Overview

Please note that this event has been postponed.

On 2 June 2011, a team of contractors were preparing to enter an amine tank at the Chevron refinery in Wales. The tank exploded killing four people and permanently injuring a fifth. This talk will discuss what happened on the day and underlying process philosophy change which created the conditions resulted in the incident.

Disastrous Dinners is a series of talks focusing on an accident or disaster and what can be learnt from it. After the presentation will be a social dinner and drinks along with lots of time to continue the discussion.

Speaker

Mark Bishopp, Principal Specialist Inspector, HSE

Mark Bishopp has worked for HSE for 36 years as a Specialist Inspector. He is currently a Principal Specialist Inspector, his responsibilties include taking the technical lead on flammable liquids, liaising with external bodies and in developing both internal and external guidance.

Further details

Attendees will be required to purchase their own food and drink.