essential2workplace safety
The men and women of chemistry help make the products that keep us safe at work, from protective goggles to fire extinguishers. The business of chemistry spends more than $2 billion per year improving worker health and safety for its own employees. As a result of these efforts, the chemistry industry has achieved illness and injury rates one-quarter the average for manufacturing.
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fresh food
American chemistry produces resins that keep food fresh, allowing meat to be shipped to and stored in developing nations for up to six months without refrigeration.
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workplace safety
When you connect a propane tank to an outdoor barbecue, or if there is a natural gas leak in your home, a putrid smell similar to rotten eggs--instantly puts your senses at high alert for a potentially dangerous situation. This is due to the intentional use of gas odorants, also known as “mercaptans.” » learn more
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Responsible Care®
Responsible Care is the largest and most comprehensive environmental, health and safety initiative in American industry. » learn more
TRANSCAER®
TRANSCAER assists communities to prepare for and respond to possible hazardous material transportation incidents. » learn more
CHEMTREC®
Since 1971, CHEMTREC has been dedicated to assisting emergency personnel respond effectively to incidents involving hazardous materials. » learn more
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