Question

How are industrial disasters caused? Suggest any three measures to reduce its risk.

Answer 1

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In industries, accidents/disaster mainly occur due to technical failure or irresponsible handling of  hazardous material.

Risk Reduction Measures :-

• Densely populated residential areas should be separated far away from the industrial areas.
• People staying in the vicinity of industries should be aware of the storage of toxins or hazardous  substances and their possible effects in case if an accident occurs.
• Fire warning and fighting system should be improved.
• Storage capacity of toxic substances should be limited.
• Pollution dispersion qualities in the industries should be improved.