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What are common industrial hazards?
Industrial sites, like the one in Essex, often involve processes and materials that carry risks. Common hazards include fires and explosions, exactly what happened here, but also chemical spills, machinery accidents, and even risks to health from dust or noise. Safety measures are crucial to prevent these.
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