Highly Hazardous Chemicals Used in the Oil & Gas Industry
Many flammable and explosive substances are used in facilities that produce and refine oil and gas. Here are some examples of dangerous chemicals used by companies in the industry:
Mercury
Mercury Mercury is essential to oil and gas refining processes. However, this heavy metal is highly toxic to people, and exposure can result in cough, chest pain, and headache. It also poses environmental hazards since it is a well-known pollutant.
Hydrogen Sulfide
Hydrogen sulfide is an extremely dangerous substance produced as a byproduct of oil and gas exploration and refining. In low amounts, it can result in respiratory irritation and nausea, while exposure to high concentrations can lead to unconsciousness and death.
Benzene
Benzene is a chemical used in different stages of oil and gas production. It is hazardous to human health as exposure can result in dizziness, vomiting, and unconsciousness. Benzene is also an active pollutant known to damage land and water.
Importance of Chemical Process Safety in the Oil & Gas Industry
It is recommended that oil and gas companies regularly assess the safety of their operations through chemical process safety. With the help of chemical process safety experts, companies can do the following:
Prevent Chemical Process Safety Incidents
Consultants can assess your chemical processes and determine any hazards and risks. They can also help you develop ways to improve them, so you can create a safer workplace.
Protect Your Workers and the Environment
Chemical-related incidents can lead to employee injury and environmental damage. Through chemical process safety solutions, you can establish safeguards to prevent these scenarios and minimize consequences if they ever occur.
Avoid Unnecessary Profit Losses
If a chemical-related incident happens at your facility, you can incur losses. State and federal authorities may fine you for the incident, and you may also need to pay for damages, repairs, and equipment replacements.
Industries We Serve
Aerospace
The aerospace industry makes use of different combustible chemicals that can endanger the lives of people and cause severe environmental damage if mishandled. Chemical process safety is crucial to prevent such incidents. Saltegra Consulting LLC provides consulting services to help you ensure proper safety programs are in place.
Biogas/Biomass
The biogas/biomass industry is concerned with the use of renewable energy sources from organic matter. Companies in this industry typically utilize different chemicals to convert agricultural waste into biofuel. Saltegra Consulting LLC can help these companies keep their workplaces safe through chemical process safety solutions.
Chemical Manufacturing
The chemical manufacturing industry is a broad field that encompasses the research, mass production, and distribution of various substances that other sectors will use. To prevent the accidental release of the toxic, flammable, and explosive compounds utilized in their operations, chemical process safety programs are essential.
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Contact Saltegra Consulting LLC today to learn how we can assist you with your chemical process safety needs.