Overview of accident statistics on waste management facilities
Waste management activities are not only a potential source of chronic risks (atmospheric pollution, olfactory or noise nuisances, etc.), they may also be responsible for the risk of accidents! This study, based on the analysis of 1100 accidents that occured[...]
Explosion of a boiler in a steel plant
A gas boiler exploded during a restart test phase in a steel plant at 11:13 p.m. The site's firefighters were able to secure the facility. Although the boiler was severely damaged, production operations were not affected. The boiler had just been[...]
Lessons learned from major events towards improving hydraulic safety
Findings from experience feedback on hydro-mechanical and control system components in use on dams
