As the wind energy sector expands, the safety of the workers who construct, maintain, and operate these facilities remains a paramount concern. Wind farms, characterized by their large turbines and remote locations, present unique hazards that necessitate stringent...
In an unfortunate incident at the D.B. Wilson Generating Station in Centertown, Kentucky, a silo leak resulted in a worker being trapped under a pile of coal ash. The accident, which occurred on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, also led to the hospitalization of two...
Power plants are vital components of the national infrastructure, providing the energy needed to sustain both everyday life and economic activities. However, the operation of these facilities involves significant risks due to the nature of the materials handled and...
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board ("CSB") has issued its report following the investigation into the deadly explosion that occurred at KMCO in Crosby, Texas on April 2, 2019. During the incident, isobutylene leaked from piping at the facility,...
Linemen, tasked with maintaining and repairing electrical power systems, face numerous hazards in their line of work. One of the most significant dangers is the risk of electrocution due to faulty equipment. This specific risk can lead to severe injuries or...
There was a deadly industrial accident in Bromley, Kentucky on December 14, 2023. Reports indicate two contractors of Building Crafts, Inc. became trapped in a raw sewage tank. The men are believed to have been working in the tank when a plug came out of a large...
There was an explosion at the Trelleborg Fabrics Production Plant in Rutherfordton, North Carolina on December 15, 2023. Reports indicate a chemical tank exploded at the facility. The incident remains under investigation at this time. There have been a number of...
Documents obtained and released on December 15, 2023, by an investigative news organization, Public Health Watch, revealed that an unincorporated Houston community has been exposed to dangerous levels of Benzene since at least 2005. Benzene is a colorless,...
In the complex environment of industrial worksites, hoses play a crucial role in operations, facilitating the transport of gases, liquids, and sometimes solids under pressure. However, while essential, hoses also introduce significant risks to workers, often leading...
Refinery explosions are among the most devastating industrial accidents. These violent incidents often leave behind catastrophic damage — both to the facility itself and, tragically, to the workers caught in the blast. The types of injuries sustained in a refinery...