Main Title |
Encouragement of Technological Change for Preventing Chemical Accidents: Moving Firms from Secondary Prevention and Mitigation to Primary Prevention. |
Author |
Ashford, N. A. ;
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CORP Author |
Massachusetts Inst. of Tech., Cambridge. Center for Technology, Policy and Industrial Development.;Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Office. |
Publisher |
cJul 93 |
Year Published |
1993 |
Report Number |
EPA-R-812829-04; |
Stock Number |
PB95-125126 |
Additional Subjects |
Chemical spills ;
Hazardous materials spills ;
Accident prevention ;
Accident risks ;
Toxic hazards ;
Safety analysis ;
Chemical industry ;
Industrial accidents ;
Materials handling ;
Facilities management ;
Pollution control ;
Safety management ;
Safety factors ;
Emergency planning ;
Engineered safety systems ;
Safety engineering ;
Personnel development ;
Accidents ;
Chemical releases ;
Primary prevention ;
Secondary prevention
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Holdings |
Library |
Call Number |
Additional Info |
Location |
Last Modified |
Checkout Status |
NTIS |
PB95-125126 |
Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. |
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07/26/2022 |
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Collation |
224p |
Abstract |
This report reviews the distinction between primary and secondary chemical accident prevention, discusses the dynamics of encouraging technological change in the firm, addresses barriers and incentives relevant to shifting the firm's traditional emphasis on secondary prevention to a more appropriate balance between primary and secondary prevention, and finally, suggests policy instruments to achieve this shift. |
Supplementary Notes |
See also PB93-205953. Sponsored by Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Office. |
NTIS Title Notes |
Final rept. |
Category Codes |
68; 94H; 91I; 43D |
NTIS Prices |
PC A10/MF A03 |
Primary Description |
100/00 |
Document Type |
NT |
Cataloging Source |
NTIS/MT |
Control Number |
433519052 |
Origin |
NTIS |
Type |
CAT |