On September 27, 2021, EPA filed a Consent Agreement and Final Order (CAFO) with Grafton & Upton Railroad Company (G&U) of North Grafton, Massachusetts resolving alleged violations of the chemical accident prevention requirements of Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) at the company's propane distribution terminal. G&U violated the Risk Management Plan (RMP) regulations that implement CAA Section 112(r)(7) in its handling of propane at the facility. The alleged RMP violations involve failure to file an RMP before starting operations, complete an adequate process hazard analysis, and document pre-startup safety review activities. An EPA inspection, conducted with a propane expert, found that the facility generally was well-designed in accordance with industry standards. However, EPA became concerned about whether the facility's water cannons would be able to activate quickly enough during cold weather, when G&U turns off the water to avoid freezing pipes. The water cannons are used to cool down the propane tanks in the event of a fire. The CAFO requires payment of a $52,000 penalty and certification that the company has come into compliance with 40 C.F.R. Part 68. To improve compliance, G&U hired an expert to review its fire safety, purchased equipment to improve water delivery in the winter, and scheduled more training for responders. The CAFO also addressed public comments provided to EPA. Given public interest in the facility, EPA solicited public input about G&U?s o