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CSB Safety Study: Remote Isolation of Process Equipment

Over the last several years, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has reviewed and investigated numerous incidents where the consequences escalated following a loss of containment due to the lack of effective remote isolation equipment. These incidents resulted in serious injuries, fatalities, environmental contamination, and severe damage to facilities.

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https://www.csb.gov/file.aspx?DocumentId=6280

https://www.csb.gov/us-chemical-safety-board-releases-new-study-calling-for-greater-use-of-remote-isolation-equipment-at-chemical-facilities/

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