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    The Four Cs of Effective Process Safety Storytelling

    The Four Cs of Effective Process Safety Storytelling

    Traci Purdum
    Embrace new ways of safety communication because if we keep doing the same thing, we will keep getting the same results.
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    Tap Quantitative Risk Analysis Resources

    Dave Russell
    QRA involves assessment tools, modeling software and harm criteria. Key resources can guide your risk evaluation process effectively.
    Can an AI Copilot Streamline HAZOPs?

    Can an AI Copilot Streamline HAZOPs?

    Traci Purdum
    A former Formula One engineer has developed an AI copilot that can suggest questions, reference incident databases and provide support. But don’t worry, humans still have the ...
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    Psychological Safety: Why it Matters and How to Build It

    Psychological Safety: Why it Matters and How to Build It

    Lauren Neal
    Psychological safety boosts reporting, reduces risks, and strengthens workplace relationships.

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    Chemical Industry Safeguards Questioned Once Again

    Chemical Industry Safeguards Questioned Once Again

    Traci Purdum
    March 7, 2025
    Trump administration seeks to reassess elements of Biden- and Obama-era rules.
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    CSB Shares Update on Fatal Kentucky Plant Explosion

    Amanda Joshi
    March 4, 2025
    U.S. Chemical Safety Board continues its investigation into the reactor explosion at a Louisville food additive plant that killed two workers.
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    U.S. Chemical Safety Board Receives YouTube Award

    Amanda Joshi
    Feb. 18, 2025
    The agency’s safety video channel has more than 360,000 subscribers.
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    Chemical Plant Fire in Pennsylvania Injures 13

    Amanda Joshi
    Feb. 11, 2025
    OSHA to investigate fire and explosion at Parker Lord's Saegertown plant.

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    Ask the Expert: GHS Labeling Compliance Best Practices Promote Labeling Success

    Oct. 4, 2024
    How to ensure your chemical labeling operations are meeting safety and compliance guidelines.
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    Ask the Expert: How Can Our Company Prepare for OSHA’s HazCom Deadlines?

    Sept. 30, 2024
    Download this recent Ask the Expert to learn more about what this update means for your business.
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    eHandbook: Strengthen Safety With Remote Monitoring

    Aug. 25, 2023
    Remote monitoring helps operators improve safety and prevent costly unscheduled downtime.
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    eHandbook: Deter Dust Explosion Dangers

    Dec. 8, 2022
    To help you deter dangers, Chemical Processing has put together this eHandbook.

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    What Makes a Good Cyber Defense Strategy

    What Makes a Good Cyber Defense Strategy?

    Traci Purdum
    Oct. 23, 2024
    Human error accounts for 82% of data breaches. It’s important to identify vulnerabilities.
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    What Is the Best Way to Manage Transient Operations to Achieve Process Safety? 6 Steps to Follow

    Trish Kerin, Stay Safe columnist
    Oct. 21, 2024
    Transient operations occur when transitioning between operating states and are often the most hazardous periods in a chemical facility.
    Bio-Based Nanocrystals Combat Oil Pipeline Scaling While Stabilizing Emulsions

    Bio-Based Nanocrystals Combat Oil Pipeline Scaling While Stabilizing Emulsions

    Oct. 18, 2024
    Researchers say these anti-scaling particles are environmentally safe and cost-effective.
    Lessons Learned from the Explosion at the Phillips Petroleum Complex

    Podcast: Lessons Learned from the Explosion at the Phillips Petroleum Complex

    Traci Purdum
    Oct. 15, 2024
    On the 35th anniversary of the deadly event we examine how routine maintenance can go horribly wrong.