Toxic Industrial Setting

Question description

In depth study and review of anhydrous ammonia (NH3) and its uses in the industrial setting.

review 2 case studies and evaluate incident initiation, response, and recovery. the case studies are (March 2016 Boston warehouse, August 2010 Millard Refrigerated Services in Alabama).

act as a company safety officer or safety director and determine proper planning techniques for normal operations, emergency response and decontamination in the event of an incident.

Review the attached PPT and then answer the question:

• research the two incidents (March 2016 Boston warehouse, August 2010 Millard Refrigerated Services in Alabama). Review and cite various journals outlining Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) uses in the industrial setting and the emergency response planning needed to prevent an event.
• Using the two case studies (March 2016 Boston warehouse, August 2010 Millard Refrigerated Services in Alabama). select one and delve into the role of site safety officer for the applicable company. This role will give you a “facility” perspective of planning, training, and responding to a hazardous materials release. From the facility perspective, research and review this role and list the major functions and responsibilities.
• After reviewing the case study, immerse yourself into the proper planning techniques and training that would have prevented the release and worker injuries. List out your planning strategies and implemented site training to ensure your site is prepared to PREVENT an incident.
• Finally, immerse yourself into the actual incident and list the activities/tasks you need to accomplish to ensure no further damage to live, property, and the community.