Tesoro refinery accident investigation report by CSB

May01, 2014– The US Chemical Safety Board (CSB for short) today, under the chairmanship of Dr. Rafael Moure-Eraso approved a detailed and comprehensive investigation report with critical safety recommendations, concerning the tragic heat exchanger explosion and fire that took seven lives at the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes in April 2010. This was done in a … Read more

Chemical spill in W.Virginia creates potable water shortage

Jan 13, 2014 Charleston, W.Va– The chemical spillage that occurred on Thursday, 9th Jan 2014 has created a major environmental crisis, with a shortage of potable water. The chemical 4 methyl cyclohexane methanol spilled into the Elk river that supplies potable water to Charleston, which has made the water too toxic for even washing or … Read more

New HAZOP Classroom Course available

UPDATE: Abhisam informs us that the next batch will be held in Mumbai (Thane) on 22nd and 23rd Feb 2019. Please contact [email protected] to register. The new course will include all the following topics and also an opportunity to get certified. * Accidents in Industry * Types of Hazards * Basic Concepts of Hazards, Risk, … Read more