Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
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Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is an independent U.S. federal agency tasked with investigating industrial chemical accidents to determine their root causes, issuing safety recommendations to prevent future incidents, and sharing lessons learned with the public, industry, and regulatory bodies.
Mission
The mission of the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board is to enhance chemical safety by investigating significant chemical incidents to ascertain their causes, disseminate findings, and recommend preventive measures. CSB's work seeks to protect workers, communities, and the environment from chemical hazards through independent, thorough, and scientifically sound investigations.
Parent organization
The CSB operates independently and does not have a parent organization.
Legislation
The CSB was established by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, which mandated the creation of an agency to investigate chemical accidents.
Partners
- Various federal agencies like OSHA and EPA for collaboration on safety recommendations. - Industry associations, labor unions, and professional organizations for disseminating safety information. - State and local governments where incidents occur.
Number of employees
The CSB has approximately 40 employees, though this number might fluctuate based on funding and staffing levels.
Organization structure
- Board of Members consists of up to five members appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, responsible for policy and strategic direction.
- Office of Investigations conducts the investigations into chemical incidents.
- Office of Recommendations and Communications works on translating findings into actionable recommendations and public education.
List of programs
- Incident Investigation
- Safety Video Series
- Public Hearings and Workshops
Last total enacted budget
The last known budget for the CSB was approximately $12 million, though this can vary year to year based on congressional appropriation.
Leader
Kristen Kulinowski serves as the Interim Executive Authority for the CSB.
Services provided
CSB's services include detailed investigations of chemical accidents, producing reports with root cause analysis, making safety recommendations, and creating educational materials like safety videos to spread awareness and prevent similar incidents. The agency focuses on systemic safety issues rather than individual blame.
Regulations overseen
The CSB does not have regulatory authority but influences safety regulations by recommending changes to practices, procedures, and standards to various regulatory bodies like OSHA and EPA.
Headquarters address
2175 K Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20037
Website
Wikipedia article
wikipedia:U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
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