What Overpressure Can A Chemical Shelter Handle: Understanding Blast Ratings
After an explosion, the sudden release of energy results in a blast wave… generally measured in overpressure…Chemical shelters…
April 8, 2021
Tag: Safety Culture
Will a Refuge Chamber Let Gases Inside? How Does a Refuge Chamber Remain Airtight?
A refuge chamber has two critical systems that work together to prevent gases from getting inside and support an airtight environment…
February 23, 2021
Why Can’t We Stay Inside In A Chemical Emergency?
Yes and no. Whether you can safely stay insides during a chemical emergency or hazardous event will depend on the shelter, your environment…
February 18, 2021
Converting a Shelter-In-Place To a Zero Vulnerability Safe Haven
How to transform a Shelter-in-Place into a zero vulnerability Safe Haven, and ensure maximum protection for all personnel on-site.
December 21, 2020
Improving Safety Through Wearable Technology
How can the mining and resources industry successfully implement wearable technology to improve worker safety and relieve critical concerns?
December 11, 2020
The Lyon-Turin Rail Project: TELT Tunnelling Update
Connecting France and Italy with a modern transport line is TELT. Here they share insight into the Lyon-Turin rail project…
November 24, 2020
Emergency Planning When Evacuation Is Not Possible
Removing personnel through evacuation is not always possible. But good emergency response planning can mitigate harm without relying on…
November 7, 2020
An Interview With Kristy Christensen
Kristy Christensen, Director and Female Inclusion Expert for Shesfreetobe Ltd, and Senior Mining Engineer. From rock collector to renowned expert, Kristy Christensen has been shaped and strengthened by the earth around her. She possesses a wealth of knowledge as a technical and operations leader with experience in geology, geotechnical engineering, gas drainage, and mining engineering across
November 5, 2020
Why Do You Need A Chemical Safe Room?
Why do we have chemical safe rooms? At a facility, such as a chemical processing plant or industrial manufacturer…
October 15, 2020
What is Shelter-in-Place?
What is SIP (Shelter-in-Place)? It is used in emergency response actions plans and refers to the process of taking refuge by staying indoors and sealing your environment.
October 13, 2020