This just in from West Virginia’s senior U.S. Senator, Robert C. Byrd:
I urge OSHA and the Chemical Safety Board to fully investigate this incident.
That deadly toxic chemicals reportedly were allowed to escape over a period of days undetected suggests a severe breakdown in even the most basic safety protocols. I am urging the relevant Federal and state agencies to act swiftly in mitigating any threats that may exist at the plant, to identify breakdowns in the safety structure, and to recommend and implement corrections. I stand ready to offer any assistance my office can provide in helping these agencies execute their duties to provide for the safety of the workers and the public.
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I salute Senator Byrd for standing firm for the women, men and children of West Virginia whose health and lives and surroundings are so critically impacted by decisions made by distant chemical executives.
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DuPont needs to start investing money on upgrading their plants in the United States and stop worrying about building more plants overseas. As a retired former DuPont employee safety was our number # 1 priority. When the downsizing started I believe DuPont lost good people who were dedicated on instilling safety everyday 365 days a year. I worked for 36 years without a lost time on the job injury. Good hard working dedicated people working safe is what makes a business great.
My heart goes out to the family. No words can express their loss.