A contractor was killed after being electrocuted in an AT&T building in Cambridge, Massachusetts on November 7, 2023. According to reports, a contractor was attempting to demolish equipment in the building when the incident occurred. It is believed the equipment...
There was a fire at the Sound Resource Solutions chemical facility in Shepherd, Texas on November 8, 2023. According to reports, a fire broke out at the plant, located on FM 1127 in San Jacinto County. Emergency crews are responding to the fire at this time. It is...
There was an explosion of a gas line in Wappingers Falls, New York on November 2, 2023. According to reports, a gas line exploded after being ruptured by a piece of equipment during routine maintenance work. A multi-family residence collapsed as a result of the...
Mechanical hazards represent a significant risk in power plants, where heavy machinery and complex equipment are fundamental to operations. These hazards can lead to serious injuries or fatalities if not properly managed. This article focuses on the specific...
There was an explosion at the Arxada Chemical Plant in Rochester, New York on October 29, 2023. According to reports, a there was an explosion in a building at the plant early Sunday morning. The plant was not in operation at the time, although a number of workers...
There was an industrial accident at the Tyson Foods Plant in Claryville, Kentucky on October 23, 2023. According to reports, a worked at the plant sustained injuries after being crushed by a machine. The worker was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The...
Power plants are integral to our energy infrastructure, but they are also environments filled with significant risks due to the nature of the work and the materials involved. This article will discuss the various hazards present in power plants, the common injuries...
In industrial and construction environments, fall injuries are a prevalent risk, especially when workers are exposed to open areas where steel grating has been removed. One of the most effective preventive measures to mitigate these risks is the proper use of Personal...
Boom trucks play a pivotal role in industrial settings, performing tasks that range from loading cargo to equipment installation. Yet, the industrial environment introduces complex hazards for boom truck operations, blending the risks of heavy machinery with...
There was a deadly explosion at the Hornady Manufacturing Plant in Grand Island, Nebraska on October 13, 2023. According to reports, the explosion occurring in a chemical compound building at the plant. One woman was killed and two others injured in the explosion. ...