BP plans to create a new safety division in the aftermath of this summer’s oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, CNN reported this week. The “powerful new unit” will have the authority to intervene in all aspects of BP’s technical activities, according to the company. The safety division is one of the new…
Chevron Releases Corporate Responsibility Report
Chevron Corp. invested $144 million in communities around the world, adopted a human rights policy and completed major energy efficiency projects, according to the company’s 2009 Corporate Responsibility Report, The Value of Partnership, which was issued this week. “Global economic prosperity and quality of life depend on secure supplies of reliable, affordable energy,” said John…
API Presents CITGO With Safety Award
The American Petroleum Institute (API) awarded CITGO Petroleum Corp. an Occupational Safety Performance Award for 2009, during the 61st Annual Pipeline Conference in New Orleans. “As a company committed to the highest standards in safety, CITGO is honored to receive this prestigious award. The people of CITGO are also deeply committed to caring for our communities, our…
Mesa Considers Law To Make C-stores Safer
Mesa, Ariz., is taking steps to make c-stores safer. Of the roughly 100 convenience stores in Mesa, police reported 10 of them generated as many calls as the others combined, ABC 15 News reported. “It has to do with a lot of things. Where do you put your product, how you secure your product, how…
Shure Manufacturing Corp.
Shure Manufacturing Corp. introduces the Shuresafe Model #670198 Transaction Drawers to the market. The drawers are stainless steel security drawers used for transferring items to and from the operator without opening doors. Use these dual-action pass-thru drawers for small transactions. A center divider maintains attendant security, controls environmental hazards and minimizes noise in the…