Government Launches Training Program to Enhance Chemical and Petrochemical Safety

The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals has launched a series of training programs aimed at improving safety standards in the chemical and petrochemical industry. The first two-day residential training program was held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, focusing on Major Accident Hazard (MAH) units. A press release on this launched was issued on December 3, 2024.

Key Highlights of the Program

The training program is designed to enhance safety and security measures in MAH units across India. The program covered a wide range of topics, including accident and risk management, loss prevention, environmental protection, fire and explosion safety, and emergency response.

Eminent experts from industry and academia delivered lectures on various aspects of chemical and petrochemical safety.

Participants had the opportunity to participate in a mock drill to gain practical experience in emergency response.

The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals plans to conduct a total of 48 training programs over the next five years to cover all 2,393 identified MAH units in India. These programs will be held in various locations across the country to ensure widespread participation and knowledge dissemination.

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