News TFI and ARA offer preliminary statements on CSB report

"Earlier this week, the U.S. Chemical Safety Board released a draft of its report on the fire and explosion at the West Fertilizer Company. CSB investigators will present their findings to the board in a public meeting in Waco, Texas, on Thursday.

The Agricultural Retailers Association has conducted a preliminary review of the draft report's findings.

"ARA agrees with several points within the Chemical Safety Board’s report concerning the West Fertilizer Company Fire and Explosion.

First and foremost, agricultural retailers remain committed to the safety and security of their employees and the communities where they operate. Since the tragic accident at West Fertilizer, ARA and the fertilizer industry have responded with several initiatives including the establishment of ResponsibleAg, an independent organization designed to help fertilizer storage and handling facilities achieve and maintain compliance with federal regulations."

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