Preventing Chemical Explosions: Lessons from the Tianjin Disaster There were 114 confirmed deaths and around 700 people were injured after two major explosions at the Tianjin Steel Factory on Wednesday, 12 August 2015. The explosions were due to the improper storage of the large amounts of the highly toxic sodium cyanide. Fires were blazing for almost 22…
DetailsFire-Rated Storage for Flammable Chemicals: 2 and 4-Hour Protection Since the advancements of technology, the use of flammable chemicals has increased. This unfortunately means that the hazards of these chemicals have increased as well. These chemicals involve a special storage system to decrease the risk of injury, death, and property damage. Here at U.S. Hazmat…
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When you need to store hazardous materials, you have no time to waste. Anytime your chemicals are stored incorrectly, it’s endangering you, your personnel, your clients, the community, and the environment. But you’re responsible. You know you need to store your hazardous materials with efficiency. But you also need to make sure they’re stored with…
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A flammable liquid storage building is your solution to any flammable liquid storage demands. Flammable liquids require rigid regulations to ensure the safety of the community and environment when placed in storage. By following procedures and laws placed by government agencies, you can avoid certain dangerous situations, along with the hefty fines and embarrassment that…
DetailsMINE HILL, NJ – Hazmat storage violations often result in bodily injury or even death. Otherwise, the best one can hope for is a penalty. Fiabila USA is a nail polish manufacturer is facing $109,500 in penalties for improper storage of chemicals known for fire, explosion, and health hazards. Earlier this year, the improper storage…
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DetailsChemical Hazards Truck Explosion in CA Chemical storage is a vital process that can save lives and prevent serious damage to the community. This is because many chemicals are capable of more than just minor burns. Certain factors must be accounted for: Factors such as combustibility, for instance. In Santa Paula, California, for instance, a…
DetailsWe’ve found a way for you to easily and efficiently handle your chemical drums. Our drum storage options are specially designed to facilitate your chemical drum storage process. Whether you’re storing drums for the short-term or you’re in it for the long haul, drum storage should always be safe and compliant. And there’s no better way…
DetailsFlammable Chemical Storage: Ensuring Regulatory Compliance Flammable chemical storage safety is a serious thing. Regulations such as the Clean Air Act are in place to ensure the safety of the environment, the community, and yes, you and your personnel. Violations of these regulations could result in destruction, serious injury, and even death–and they will always result in…
DetailsFlammable Storage Fees Many areas are finding that the cost of taking care of chemical storage-related fires can be overwhelming. For that reason, certain towns such as Cedar Rapids, Iowa have begun to charge fees to companies to help cover this rising cost. According to The Gazette, some people are seeking to charge state fees in Iowa;…
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