Hot work — such as welding, cutting, and grinding — is an essential but highly dangerous task in refinery operations. These activities generate sparks, intense heat, and molten materials, creating serious fire risks in environments where flammable gases and chemicals...
Industrial Accident
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim After a Fatal Forklift Accident
Forklift accidents can be devastating, and when they result in a fatality, surviving family members are left with emotional and financial burdens. A wrongful death claim may provide compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, and the pain and...
Fire at Fertilizer Plant in Casa Grande, Arizona
There was a fire at the Feritzona fertilizer plant in Casa Grande, Arizona on June 12, 2024. According to reports, four industrial trucks caught fire at the facility. The cause of the fire is under investigation. There have been a number of incidents at industrial...
Common Causes of Refinery Explosions and Fires
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...
Three Severely Injured in Explosion at Manufacturing Plant in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
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...
Deadly Forklift Accident in Middlesex, New Jersey
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...
Deadly Fall Accident at Holiday Inn in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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...
Fire at Rubber Manufacturing Plant in Idabel, Oklahoma
There was a huge fire at the Red River Mixing rubber manufacturing plant in Idabel, Oklahoma on June 9, 2024. Residents have been advised to remain indoors based on the amount of smoke generated in the fire. It is unclear if anyone sustained injuries as a result. A...
Defective Boiler Equipment: When Manufacturing Flaws Lead to Deadly Explosions
Boilers are essential in industrial settings, providing heat and steam for power generation, chemical processing, and manufacturing. These high-pressure systems must function safely and efficiently to prevent catastrophic accidents. However, when boilers or their...
Worker Killed in Accident Involving Oilfield Equipment in Hardin County, Texas
There was a deadly industrial accident in Hardin County, Texas on June 5, 2024. According to reports, a worker was killed while working on a piece of oilfield equipment. It is believed a piece of equipment fell from above, striking the worker. The victim was...

