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Petroleum Refining

OSHA updates heat protection national emphasis program

April 16, 2026 · Originally issued in 2022, the revised Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards NEP uses OSHA & BLS data to direct inspection priorities to 55 high-risk indoor and outdoor industries.

CSB commends AFPM for voluntary refinery safety outreach

March 27, 2026 · The CSB commended the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers for hosting workshops and creating a webpage with fluid catalytic cracking safety resources for refineries.

3M 5303 Half Facepiece Disposable Respirator

March 2, 2026 · The NIOSH-approved 5303 Half Facepiece Disposable Respirator from 3M helps provide protection against certain organic vapors and acid gases with no assembly required.

CSB releases final report on hydrogen sulfide release at PEMEX Deer Park Refinery

February 23, 2026 · The CSB concluded PEMEX Deer Park Refinery operators and contractors failed to correctly identify process equipment, assess hazards, and deviated from established policies and procedures.

Tyco Fire TY-B Series Sprinklers

January 25, 2026 · Tyco Fire TY-B series standard response sprinklers from Johnson Controls are UL certified, offered in K-factors up to 8.0, and designed for factories, refineries, and chemical plants.

EPA to regulate 1,3-butadiene in 11 industrial manufacturing settings

January 16, 2026 · In its final risk evaluation released under Toxic Substances Control Act, the EPA announced it will regulate 1,3-butadiene in 11 specific industrial manufacturing and disposal settings.

Next World Confined Space Entry VR training

January 15, 2026 · Next World’s Confined Space Entry VR training can help workers build muscle memory for safe decision-making, hazard recognition, and emergency preparedness in confined spaces.

Elvex ValueMuff HB-25 Over-Head 25 dB NRR Dielectric Earmuffs

December 22, 2025 · The Elvex ValueMuff HB-25 over-head earmuffs from Delta Plus Corporation feature a lightweight yet rugged and fully-dielectric construction including Elvex’s smart fold-out design.

Master Lock 481 Rotating Gate Valve Lockout

December 16, 2025 · The Master Lock 481 Rotating Gate Valve Lockout with 1.5 inch depth and stem openings can surround 2 to 5 inch diameter valve operating handles to protect against accidental opening.

How Outsight’s spatial intelligence could have protected the Louvre

October 28, 2025 · Outsight’s real-time lidar-based spatial AI can strengthen safety and security. The company explained how its spatial intelligence could have protected the Louvre from the recent heist.

Elmridge iEvac E500 respirator mask wins NSC New Product Showcase Award

October 1, 2025 · The NIOSH-certified Elmridge iEvac E500 respirator won first place in the 2025 NSC New Product Showcase Awards. It features a flexible material, wide view, and filter mounting on either side.

PIP Traverse safety helmet receives NSC New Product Showcase Award

October 1, 2025 · The ANSI-certified Traverse safety helmet from PIP Global Safety, equipped with Quin sensors, and Mips protection technology, won second place in the 2025 NSC New Product Showcase Awards.

NSC 2025 New Product Award winners: Elmridge, PIP, and Werner

October 1, 2025 · Over 7,500 votes were cast during this year’s New Product Showcase Awards at the 2025 NSC Safety Expo, choosing a protective hood, safety helmet, and fall protection system as winners.

CSB releases video animation of 2019 ITC petrochemical fire

September 11, 2025 · The U.S. Chemical Safety Board released an accident reconstruction animation of the 2019 ITC Deer Park petrochemical fire, issuing eight recommendations to ITC, OSHA, EPA, and API.

Four trends in the CSB’s Volume 3 chemical incident reports

September 2, 2025 · Volume 3 of the CSB’s chemical incident reports cover 30 incidents from 2020 to 2025 that caused two deaths, 25 serious injuries, and $1.8 billion in damage across 15 states.