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Seven Key Lessons to Prevent Worker Deaths During Hot Work In and Around Tanks


March 31, 2009
Accident Type: Hot Work - Explosion and Fire

INVESTIGATION INFORMATION

Seven Key Lessons to Prevent Worker Deaths During Hot Work In and Around Tanks

Accident Description

A safety bulletin warning of the hazards of conducting hot work in a variety of industries and identifying seven key lessons aimed at preventing worker deaths during hot work in and around storage tanks containing flammable materials.


Investigation Status

The CSB safety bulletin was issued on 3.4.2010.

Investigation Video

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Dangers of Hot Work
June 07, 2010
Key lessons to prevent flammable vapor explosions caused by welding and cutting. Read More

Investigation Photos

CSB Releases New Hot Work Safety Video Emphasizing Effective Hazard Evaluations and Gas Monitoring Procedures around Storage Tanks
Dangers of Hot Work
Following Deadly Explosion at PCA Corrugated Mill in Wisconsin, CSB Issues Safety Bulletin on Hazards of Welding and Other Hot Work
Seven Key Lessons to Prevent Worker Deaths During Hot Work In and Around Tanks

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