Fall 2018 Newsletter – BakerRisk Safety Moment – Flange Leaks

BakerRisk has developed a new safety moment concerning flange leaks.  Loosening and tightening bolts on flanges is a routine occurrence at most plants, but it is one that needs to be done correctly to prevent a loss of containment.  Leaving even one bolt loose on a flange can have serious impacts.  The safety moment is a short (2.5 minute) video that demonstrates the need to follow procedures for flange work and inspection every time to prevent a loss of containment.


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