In this episode, Rob and Jackson dive into the CSB's final investigation report on the October 2024 fatal hydrogen sulfide release at the PEMEX Deer Park Refinery in Texas. They discuss the importance of proper work permits, proper tagging on equipment, and extra safety measures for contracted workers during repairs. Tune in to hear more!

For more about the incident, read the final report here!

For more incident breakdowns, check out the episodes below:Episode 145 - Incident Breakdown: July 14, 2023 Explosions at Dow Louisiana Operations

Episode 129 - Incident Breakdown: Explosion, Molten Salt Eruption, and Fatal Injury at TS USA Liquid Nitriding Facility

Episode 128 - Incident Breakdown: Honeywell Geismar, LA Incidents

In this episode, Jackson and Magi do a deep dive on the recently released CSB final report covering the explosions at Dow Louisiana Operations in 2023. Miraculously, despite multiple explosions and millions of dollars in damages, there was not a single injury reported. Tune in to hear what went wrong, what went right, and the recommendations the CSB and the Amplify team have for preventing future incidents!

Read the full report here!

For more incident breakdowns, check out the episodes below:

Episode 135 - Incident Breakdown: July 31, 2024 Ammonia Release at Cuisine SolutionsEpisode 129 - Incident Breakdown: Explosion, Molten Salt Eruption, and Fatal Injury at TS USA Liquid Nitriding FacilityEpisode 128 - Incident Breakdown: Honeywell Geismar, LA Incidents

In this episode, Rob and Magi discuss CCPS Monograph - Process Safety and the Energy Transition: Battery Technology, and explore safeguards that can be used to reduce risk when using and storing lithium-ion batteries. As batteries become a bigger part of our lives and their use across industries increases, it is critical to evaluate the associated hazards. Tune in to hear why Magi keeps her electric vehicle outside of the garage!

To learn more about battery technology and safety, read CCPS Monograph - Process Safety and the Energy Transition: Battery Technology here!

Be sure to check out our other episodes from the CCPS Monograph series:

Episode 141 - CPS Monograph Review: Safer Technologies and Alternative Analysis

Episode 143 - CCPS Monograph - Process Safety in Business Financial Decisions

In this episode, Rob and Jackson explore a Monograph from the CCPS - How Business Financial Decisions Impact Process Safety Performance. They discuss the importance of senior executives using a proper approach to risk assessment when it comes to making financial decisions that could impact process safety, and why it is vital to consider not only the financial impact of a potential incident, but also the risk to reputation, the future of the company, and human life.

Want to learn more about using bowties to manage risk? Check out episode 39 here!

In this episode, Rob speaks with Ren Lu You, CEO of Frontline Data Solutions, about the importance of effective EHS software in managing safety processes. They discuss Ren's journey to Frontline, Frontline's suite of tools, and how organizations can benefit from integrated safety management systems. Tune in to learn more all about how Frontline works, and if it could be an option for your plant!

In this episode, Magi and Jackson kick off a new miniseries, CCPS Monograph Review, by discussing the Safer Technologies and Alternatives Analysis. They talk about how to develop and implement inherently safer design, the hierarchy of controls, best practices for conducting STAA studies, and the regulatory requirements set by the EPA for STAA in certain industries. Tune in to find out more!

Read the CCPS Monograph: Safer Technologies and Alternatives Analysis here

Want to learn more? Read the Fact Sheet for Regulated Facilities: Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention - Risk Management Program Final Rule here

In this episode, Rob and Jackson discuss the CSB's Best Practices for Corporate Boards of Directors and Executives in the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry for Major Accident Prevention. They explore the importance of process safety management systems, the business case for process safety, and the critical role of corporate governance in preventing major accidents. All companies covered by PSM and RMP can benefit from listening to this episode, not just offshore facilities. Tune in to find out more!

Read the CSB's Best Practices for Corporate Boards of Directors and Executives in the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry for Major Accident Prevention here!

In this episode of Amplify Your Process Safety, Rob and Magi wrap up the year by summarizing changes made to the RAGEGAP guidelines in 2025 and discussing some of the biggest incidents featured in our podcast this year. Stay tuned through the end of episode to hear Rob get up on his infamous soap box, something our clients know well, to deliver his speech on why process safety is so important!

As we reflect on the year, it is important to remember the lives lost to process safety incidents in 2025. May they rest in peace, and may their memories always be a reminder of how much more work needs to be done to ensure that everybody gets to go home to their families at the end of the day. If you think your company could use our assistance in process safety management, please do not hesitate to reach out.

For a deeper dive into some of the incidents discussed in this episode, check out the episodes below:

Episode 122 - Incident Breakdown: 2023 Heater Fire at Marathon Martinez Renewables Facility

Episode 128 - Incident Breakdown: Honeywell Geismar, LA Incidents

Episode 129 - Incident Breakdown: Explosion, Molten Salt Eruption, and Fatal Injury at TS USA Liquid Nitriding Facility

For more about the 2024 updates to the EPA RMP, check out:

Episode 108 - 2024 EPA RMP Updates