• Title of article

    Phenol–formaldehyde runaway reaction: a case study

  • Author/Authors

    Bhattacharjee, Gargi University of Calcutta - Chemical Engineering Department, India , Neogi, Susmita University of Calcutta - Home Science Department, India , Das, Sudip Kumar University of Calcutta - Chemical Engineering Department, India

  • From page
    1
  • To page
    6
  • Abstract
    Introduction The paper deals with a workspace accident in a phenol–formaldehyde resin plant. Methodology Detail accident investigation has been reported. Error identification and safety-related issues are also discussed. Job hazard analysis and SWOT analysis are used to identify the potential hazards in the workplace. Lesson learnt and management practice is also discussed to prevent similar incident in future. Conclusion Job hazard analysis and SWOT analysis identified the probable causes and remedial action.
  • Keywords
    Phenol . Formaldehyde . Run away reaction . Job hazard analysis
  • Journal title
    International Journal of Industrial Chemistry (IJIC)
  • Journal title
    International Journal of Industrial Chemistry (IJIC)
  • Record number

    2564830