Refinery and Chemical Plant Incidents

• Explosions and Fires: Often resulting from chemical reactions or equipment malfunctions, explosions and fires can cause profound and often fatal injuries. 
  
  
• Burns: Chemical or thermal burns from hot surfaces, steam, or fire can be disfiguring and debilitating for workers in industrial settings. 
  
  
• Respiratory Illnesses: Long-term exposure to toxic fumes or particulate matter can cause serious health problems, especially in the lungs.