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CSB

CSB — U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

The independent U.S. federal agency responsible for investigating major chemical accidents and issuing safety recommendations.

Definition

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is an independent federal agency that investigates major chemical accidents to determine their root causes and publish recommendations that improve process safety. CSB investigation reports and educational materials have significantly influenced process safety practices throughout the global process industries.

Why It Matters

The CSB improves process safety by investigating major chemical accidents and publishing independent safety recommendations.

In Practice

Unlike regulatory agencies, the CSB does not issue fines or enforce regulations. Its role is to conduct independent investigations and develop recommendations that improve industry practices and prevent similar incidents.

Common Misuse

The CSB investigates chemical accidents and issues safety recommendations, whereas CCPS develops process safety guidance and best practices.

Term Details
Synonyms:
CSB; Chemical Safety Board; U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
Classification:
Standards, Codes & Regulations
Organization
Intermediate
Applications

Organizations; Process Safety; Incident Investigation.

Where It's Used

Oil and gas.; Petrochemical.; Chemical processing.; Manufacturing.; Terminals.

References

U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

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