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Mark V, Inc. |
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A significant percentage of all episodic incidents in the chemical, petrochemical and refining industries involve reactive chemicals. Reactive chemicals are those chemicals that react with themselves or other chemicals to produce a different chemical or chemicals. In most cases, the reaction is intended and is used to make valuable products. However, if the desired reaction proceeds faster than intended, or if undesired reactions occur, there is the potential for a runaway reaction that results in fire, explosion, personal injury and death, as well as significant property damage and loss of production. Mark V is working proactively with government agencies and industry to minimize the occurrence of runaway reactions by encouraging the use of Recognized And Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).
Recommendations to Chemical Safety Board |