U.S. Chemical Safety Board Launches Investigation

U.S. Chemical Safety Board Launches Investigation into Hazardous Ammonia Release in Sterling, VA

Washington D.C. August 1, 2024 - The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) announced today that it is launching an investigation into a hazardous ammonia leak which occurred the evening of July 31 at Cuisine Solutions, Inc., a food processing facility in Loudon County, VA. The release led to the hospitalization of 33 workers, with some in serious condition.

CSB Chairperson Steve Owens said, "This is a very serious incident that injured dozens of employees at the facility and put many others at risk."

The facility is a commercial food preparation plant with approximately 350 employees located about 30 miles from Washington D.C.

The CSB's board members are appointed by the President subject to Senate confirmation. The Board does not issue citations or fines but makes safety recommendations to companies, industry organizations, labor groups, and regulatory agencies such as OSHA and EPA.

Please visit our website, www.csb.gov. For more information, contact Communications Manager Hillary Cohen at [email protected].

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