Chemical companies formulate proactive emergency plans

Article Abstract:

The Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 requires chemical companies to come up with emergency management policies to ensure the safety of the community from toxic chemical emissions. It also mandates the creation of state and local commissions that will coordinate emergency preparedness planning. Practical pointers suggested by the Chemical Manufacturer's Association in dealing with such emergencies are discussed.

Emergency management, Emergency preparedness

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'VPP' spells cooperation at Dow Chemical

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The Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) is an effort that establishes a cooperative relationship with OSHA, with the aim of improving safety and health performance. Dow Chemical Co. decided to participate in the VPP, because the program has become a medium for submitting safety-program knowledge to the OSHA. OSHA uses this information to develop safety standards in areas needing improvement.

Chemicals & Allied Products, Chemical Manufacturing, Plastics materials and resins, Industrial inorganic chemicals, not elsewhere classified, Management, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Chemicals, Interview, United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Dow Chemical Co. (Midland, Michigan)

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Democrats, GOP at odds over chemical facilities security

Article Abstract:

There is a heated debate going on at the US Congress among the Senators, Republicans, and others over the best approach to achieving safety at the U.S. chemical plants. Various proposals and recommendations put forward by government, legislators and the American Chemistry Council are analyzed.

United States, Strategy & planning, General services, Government domestic functions, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, United States. Congress, Pesticides industry, Herbicides, Company business planning, Domestic policy, Sulphur industry, American Chemistry Council

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