When workplace incidents occur some of the worst case scenarios inevitably take place where company’s are found negligent, or otherwise complacent to potential accidents and injuries. When a life has been taken there is no guidebook for immediately quelling the outrage and despair felt by the remaining family of the deceased, and there shouldn’t be.…
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HAZMAT incidents happen more often than people think. Just recently a chemical incident took place at an adhesive plant. Luckily it received a quick response and the suspected chemicals did not leak. The official statement says that “At approximately 9:15 p.m., a mixer producing an epoxy adhesive overheated causing thermal decomposition. The smoke from the mixer…
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In North Andover, Massachusetts an explosion took place at Dow Chemical Plant that injured four people last year. The investigation on the explosion has taken place over the course of the recent year, and the company has been found guilty of many infractions. OSHA stated the infractions are serious and listed them as such: Failure to…
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When it comes to chemical reactions and accidents involving them at plants, factories, and any sort of production line the causes are numerous. However, there’s always a list of the most common causes for any type of incident. Precautions are always beneficial to preventing these incidents, however accidents always happen. With chemical explosions and fires…
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Recently in Oklahoma a chemical fire and explosion ravaged a building and caused severe damage to the surrounding area. The fire burned for hours, and firefighters battled it extensively with great caution. The fire chief said, “It’s very nerve-racking when you do approach a building with a lot of chemicals in it. Any firefighter is…
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When it comes to the safe storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous chemicals and compounds, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Learning about and taking the necessary precautions helps companies save money and keep employees safe. An accidental chemical leak could result in seriously injured employees as well as huge fines and…
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If we’ve said it once, we’ve said it a thousand times. Proper storage procedures help to eliminate the risks of harmful chemical leaks. From ravenous chemical fires to public health disasters, chemical leaks cost many lives and millions of dollars each year. Staying ahead of the curve and maintaining an emphasis on safety is the…
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Changes may soon be coming to chemical facilities and oil refineries. Under new instructions issued in the final days of the Obama administration, these operations could see closer attention from inspectors. Changes to OSHA Programs The directive labeled “PSM (Process Safety Management) Covered Chemical Facilities National Emphasis Program” was released on January 23rd. According to…
DetailsJust recently the Tidan Group was fined almost 1 million dollars for failing to comply to PCB regulations. They plead guilty to numerous charges totaling to 52. The Tidan Group is comprised of seven different companies. The regulations were put in place in 1999 by the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. In summation, it’s a regulation…
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Time and time again, we hear news about chemical fires, explosions, leaks, or other hazards. Educating the public, as well as those who work with chemicals on a daily basis, is likely the best way to avoid dangerous mishaps involving potentially hazardous and toxic substances. Some chemicals are relatively safe to use in almost any environment.…
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