Oil refineries are among the most hazardous industrial environments in the country. With flammable chemicals, high-pressure systems, and intricate mechanical processes all operating in close quarters, the potential for disaster is ever-present. When safety protocols...
Lift boats are critical assets in offshore operations, particularly in the oil and gas industry, as well as in renewable energy projects. These vessels, known for their ability to raise themselves above the water on extendable legs, are designed to provide a stable...
There was a small plane crash in Lake Clark National Park in Alaska on June 10, 2024. According to reports, a de Havilland Beaver float plane crashed after taking off from from Kijik Lake. There were six people on board. At least one passenger was injured as a...
An electrical fire broke out on the MSC cruise ship MSC Armonia on June 11, 2024. At the time, the vessel was about to dock at the Venice Intermodal Terminal. Reports indicate the fire broke out in the vessel's laundry room. It is unclear if any crew members or...
There was an explosion at the Johnson Controls Frick Facility in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania on June 11, 2024. According to reports, an explosion injured multiple workers Tuesday morning. The cause of the explosion is unknown at this time. The facility manufactures...
There was a deadly accident at Diamond Brite Metals in Middlesex, New Jersey on June 11, 2024. According to reports, a worker was killed in an accident involving a forklift. The worker was struck by a metal beam which fell during work. The victim has been...
A motorboat caught fire on Lake Tahoe in California on June 9, 2024. At the time, there were six people on board who went overboard as a result of the fire. The Coast Guard and a samaritan vessel were able to rescue the boaters. It is unclear if anyone was injured...
There was a small plane crash in Bridgewater Township, Michigan on June 10, 2024. According to reports, a single-engine Piper PA-28 crashed in a field close to the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport. The plane had two people on board, a flight instructor and student...
There was a deadly accident at the Holiday Inn Hotel located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on June 9, 2024. According to reports, a worker at the hotel fell through the hole into a vent shaft. The worker was exiting a stairwell when he fell into the hole. The steel...
Accidents involving oil tankers, or 18-wheelers pulling tanker trailers, present significant hazards due to the large quantities of hazardous materials they transport. The nature of these vehicles and their cargo poses unique risks, making it essential to understand...