Mississippi Factory Explosion Raises Questions about Plant Safety
A steam explosion at a fertilizer factory in Pascagoula, Mississippi last week tragically killed one worker and left two other workers injured. Authorities continue to search for the cause of the accident. This accident marks the second fatal explosion at a plant in this area in a two-week-period.
Factories, chemical plants and refineries pose unique dangers to workers. Because these jobs often involve complex machinery and dangerous chemicals, workplace safety should be an employer’s utmost priority. A workplace explosion or fire can lead to the loss of limbs, back injuries, life-changing burns or death. A serious injury can dramatically affect a worker’s ability to earn a living.