US Chemical Companies Report Third Consecutive Year of Record Employee Safety

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has announced new data from its Responsible Care® program, indicating that its member companies have achieved a third consecutive year of record-breaking employee safety performance. The results are based on the total recordable incident rate (TRIR) and demonstrate ongoing improvement across operations in the U.S. chemical industry.

Chris Jahn, President and CEO of ACC, stated that the Responsible Care® initiative is crucial for enabling growth and strengthening the U.S. economy. "By continuously improving how we operate and manage risk, our industry can deliver the essential chemistries that support American manufacturing, advance innovation, and help keep products affordable for families and businesses," Jahn said.

Participation in Responsible Care® is mandatory for ACC members and requires public reporting of performance data. According to ACC, companies in the program are five times safer than the overall manufacturing sector and three times safer than the broader business of chemistry, citing Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

The latest figures show that the TRIR has decreased by more than 26% since 2017. The report also highlights a continued focus on reducing process safety events within U.S. operations. ACC emphasizes that the program drives continuous improvement to prevent incidents before they occur.