# Q7B · Create a checklist of any 10 Do’s to avoid Industrial Chemical Accidents citing relev…

Subject: Disaster Management

Exam: TEE

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Actual older TEE paper · 100 marks · Q1 compulsory; any four of Q2–Q7

### Q7B. Create a checklist of any 10 Do’s to avoid Industrial Chemical Accidents citing relevant examples. [10 marks]

#### Answer

1. **Inventory chemicals.** Know substances, quantities and relevant hazards.
2. **Assess credible scenarios.** Examine leaks, fire, incompatible mixing and likely off-site impacts.
3. **Use sound engineering.** Provide suitable containment, ventilation and safety systems.
4. **Maintain and inspect.** Find defects before failure and record corrective action.
5. **Follow operating procedures.** Control startup, shutdown, isolation and hazardous work.
6. **Train competent workers.** Ensure staff understand alarms, roles and safe reporting.
7. **Detect and warn.** Maintain appropriate monitoring, alarms and backup communication.
8. **Prepare response arrangements.** Coordinate safe protective action and specialised resources.
9. **Coordinate off-site support.** Connect the industry with authorities, hospitals and surrounding communities.
10. **Audit and learn.** Investigate near misses and incidents, update plans and correct systemic weaknesses.

#### Real case and learning connection · Bhopal, 1984

The Bhopal gas tragedy illustrates why hazardous industrial operations require safe systems and planning for nearby communities. The teaching connection is prevention plus warning, specialist response and long-term support; an emergency message cannot replace safe operation.