Manufacturing Plant Notices of Violation
Ford received 13 notices of violation (NOV)* from government agencies in 2006. The issuance of an NOV is an allegation of noncompliance with anything from a minor paperwork requirement to a permit limit, and does not mean that the Company was in noncompliance or received a penalty.
Woodhaven Stamping Plant Letter of Violation
In 2005, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) issued a letter of violation to Ford's Woodhaven Stamping Plant alleging that the facility had failed to properly report emissions from boilers and space heaters, and that the facility had failed to apply for a Title V permit as required by Michigan law. We have resolved this matter and paid a fine of $47,500.
Offsite Spills
In 2006, offsite spills occurred at two Ford manufacturing facilities. Fewer than 225 gallons of material were spilled.
Fines and Penalties Paid
In 2006, Ford paid $47,500 in fines, penalties and associated costs globally pertaining to environmental matters in our facilities.
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The majority of these NOVs are for odor and other concerns at the AAI Plant in Flat Rock, Michigan. Ford and AAI have been working diligently with the MDEQ to resolve the concerns associated with these NOVs. Nevertheless, the MDEQ issued multiple NOVs while the matter was pending because of ongoing complaints and associated litigation. |
