A near-miss incident and a fatal chemical accident occurred within the same week, impacting thousands of individuals and raising concerns regarding federal regulations on risk management at chemical facilities. The incidents have led to increased scrutiny of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) oversight in this area.
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Chemical Incidents Prompt Review of EPA Risk Management Regulations
Two significant chemical incidents, including a near-miss and a fatal accident, have raised concerns about the effectiveness of federal risk management regulations at chemical plants. These events have prompted scrutiny of the EPA's oversight practices.
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Back-to-back chemical accidents raise alarm over EPA push to reduce oversight
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Chemical Incidents Prompt Review of EPA Risk Management Regulations