Chemical Accidents

The OECD Programme on Chemical Accidents addresses a subject that concerns everyone who uses or handles hazardous chemicals, works in a chemical plant, or lives near one. This programme helps public authorities, industry, labour and other interested parties prevent chemical accidents and respond appropriately if one occurs.

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Report of Survey on the Use of Safety Documents in the Control of Major Accident Hazards

10-Mar-2008

The Report of Survey on the Use of Safety Documents in the Control of Major Accident Hazards has been published.

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The second edition of the Guiding Principles is published.

OECD Guiding Principles for Chemical Accident Prevention, Preparedness and Response

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Publication dates: OECD Guiding Principles: May 2003; Guidance for Safety Performance Indicators: July 2003

The Guiding Principles & Safety Performance Indicators Chemical Accident Brochure