Process Safety Beacon Archives

The Process Safety Beacons Archive includes all past Beacons and is available to everyone to download and share. Reproduction for non-commercial, educational purposes is encouraged. However, reproduction for any commercial purpose without express written consent of AIChE is strictly prohibited.
January, 2026 - Near-misses predict future incidents
December, 2025 - Loss of Primary Containment (LOPC) events start an incident
November, 2025 - PPE only works when you wear it correctly!
October, 2025 - Refinery Cooling Tower Explosion and Fire
September, 2025 - Several errors lead to a hydrogen leak & fire
August, 2025 - Thermal Expansion runs hot and cold!
July, 2025 - An Interlock bypass bites again
June, 2025 - Operational Readiness Reviews
May, 2025 - Know the signs of heat illness
April, 2025 - Knowing ‘why’ makes tasks safer
March, 2025 - Static accumulation gives warning signs !!
February, 2025 - Communication is the key to safer operations
January, 2025 - See Something, Say Something
December, 2024 - Stored chemicals are still hazardous
November, 2024 - Announcing International Process Safety Week!!
October, 2024 - Some short-cuts may cut lives short
September, 2024 - Are You Prepared ??
August, 2024 - Corrosion – another hidden threat
July, 2024 - Are your P&IDs up to date?
June, 2024 - Good evacuation plans save lives!