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CSB says DuPont accidents were preventable

Report cites unsafe equipment, failure to investigate near misses

September 22, 2011

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) today released its final report on a series of three accidents that occurred over a 33-hour period on January 22 and 23, 2010, at the DuPont Corporation’s Belle, West Virginia, chemical manufacturing plant – including a fatal release of deadly phosgene gas, which was used as a chemical weapon in World War One.

Recyclable Protective Wear

September 16, 2011

Whether it’s protection against chemical or biological contaminants, PolyCo is a top choice when choosing personal protective wear that is safe and recyclable.

Emergency Shower Decontamination Booth

August 22, 2011

Shower Unit is molded one piece seamless of chemical resistant fiberglass. Emergency Shower comes equipped with a pull rod activated shower and push handle eye/face wash for quick rinsing of eyes, face and body.

What to consider when labeling products for California Proposition 65

Steve Stephenson

August 17, 2011

In 1986, Michael Jordan set an NBA playoff record with 65 points in a game and the movie “Top Gun” premiered.

Safety Storage, Inc.TM Features First Sustainability Control System For Storage of Organic Peroxides

August 16, 2011

Safety Storage^TMspecializes in custom pre-engineered hazardous material storage buildings requiring the use of refrigeration units for applications such as the storage of organic peroxides where temperature control is critical for the safety of personnel and employees.

What really makes a “Safety Can” safe?

What you don’t know might explode in your face

Glen Carter

August 2, 2011

It is evident from the number of accidents/fires occurring each year in our workplaces, and even in our homes, that we have a long way to go in our basic safety training about the hazards of flammable and combustible liquids.