EH&S GUIDELINES FOR PEROXIDE FORMING CHEMICALS

whitePaper | November 29, 2019

The Hazard Assessment Programme is concerned with the hazard assessment of industrial chemicals. The current focus of the programme is on the development and application of Integrated Approaches to Testing and Assessment (IATA) and the exchange of experience on new hazard assessment methodologies.

whitePaper | June 20, 2022

The catastrophic explosion in Beirut was one of the worst accidents caused by ammonium nitrate (AN) in history. Since the explosion, there has been a dramatic increase in interest concerning the safety aspects of AN.

whitePaper | March 11, 2022

Our modern way of life would not be possible without plastics. However, better post-use management of plastic products is required, and we need to move to a circular economy for plastics that recognizes plastics as a resource or feedstock, not a waste.

whitePaper | May 12, 2022

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a critical component for plant life and consequently all animal and human life on Earth. However, CO2 accounts for the bulk of atmospheric greenhouse gases and these gases trap solar radiation in Earth’s atmosphere, resulting in global warming. S

whitePaper | February 19, 2022

Ammonia is a focal point for the development of the hydrogen economy. As the main intermediate product used in fertilizer production, ammonia is also the main building block for mineral fertilizers.

whitePaper | June 15, 2021

When properly used, the hazardous area classification system makes for a safer work environment. Too often, however, hazard classes are specified without concern for the significantly higher design and procurement costs they bring. In many cases, an open mind and a little ingenuity can avoid excessive costs for compressors and other equipment, without compromising safety. This white paper explains hazardous classification systems commonly used in the chemical industry and outlines considerations for installing compressed air equipment in these areas