The CSB issues safety recommendations to prevent the recurrence or reduce the likelihood or consequences of similar incidents or hazards in the future. Recommendations are issued to a variety of parties, including government entities, safety organizations, trade unions, trade associations, corporations, emergency response organizations, educational institutions, and public interest groups. Recommendations are published in CSB reports and are closed only by vote of the Board. The CSB tracks all recommendations and communicates regularly with recommendations recipients to ensure that the recommended corrective actions are implemented. For more information, see Frequently Asked Questions about CSB recommendations.
2003-07-I-NC-9
Modify the material safety data sheet for manufactured polyethylene antitack agents to include hazards posed by the end-use of the product.
2003-07-I-NC-7
Amend Chapter 13, Section 1304, of the International Fire Code (as adopted by the North Carolina Fire Code) to make compliance with NFPA 654, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions From the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids, mandatory.
2003-07-I-NC-8
Incorporate the provisions of NFPA 654, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions From the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids, into the training program for State and local building and fire code officials.
2003-07-I-NC-6
Identify the manufacturing industries at risk for combustible dust explosions, and develop and conduct an outreach program on combustible dust hazards.
2003-07-I-NC-1
Revise policies and procedures for new material safety reviews. In particular: Use the most recent versions of material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and other technical hazard information. Fully identify the hazardous characteristics of new materials, including relevant physical and chemical properties, to ensure that those characteristics are incorporated into safety practices, as appropriate. Include an engineering element that identifies and addresses the potential safety implications of new materials on manufacturing processes.
2003-07-I-NC-2
Develop and implement policies and procedures for safety reviews of engineering projects. In particular: Address the hazards of individual materials and equipment? and their effect on entire processes and facilities. Consider hazards during the conceptual design phase, as well as during engineering and construction phases. Cover all phases of the project, including engineering and construction performed by outside firms. Identify and consider applicable codes and standards in the design.
2003-07-I-NC-3
Identify West manufacturing facilities that use combustible dusts. Ensure that they incorporate applicable safety precautions described in NFPA 654, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions From the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids. In particular: Ensure that penetrations of partitions, floors, walls, and ceilings are sealed dust-tight. Ensure that spaces inaccessible to housekeeping are sealed to prevent dust accumulation.
2003-07-I-NC-4
Improve hazard communication programs so that the hazards of combustible dust are clearly identified and communicated to the workforce. In particular, ensure that the most current MSDSs are in use and that employees receive training on the revised/updated information.
2003-07-I-NC-5
Communicate the findings and recommendations of this report to the West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc., workforce.