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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Guidance on Developing Safety Performance Indicators - for Public Authorities and Communities/Public - for Industry

09-Sep-2008

The Guidance on Developing Safety Performance Indicators for Public Authorities and Communities/Public  and Guidance on Developing Safety Performance Indicators for Industry  have been published.

Report of the Workshop on Human Factors in Chemical Accidents and Incidents

28-May-2008

The Report of the Workshop on Human Factors in Chemical Accidents and Incidents 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