The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) has released its final report into multiple chemical releases at the Tesoro Refinery in Martinez, California. Get details here, including revealing findings about safety culture.
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On February 12, 2014, two workers were burned and some 84,000 pounds of sulfuric acid were released during an incident at the facility. Less than a month later, sulfuric acid sprayed and burned two contract workers during piping removal. Both incidents occurred in a unit where high-octane blending components are produced for gasoline.
CSB’s evaluation included a review of previous incidents, worker statements, and gaps in safety standards. The investigation found a number of safety culture concerns at the refinery.