On Christmas Eve, a gas tanker crashed into a bridge in Boksburg, South Africa, causing an explosion that killed 18 people and injured 37. The driver of the truck was initially arrested and charged with 15 counts of culpable homicide, but has now been released due to a lack of evidence. The incident has sparked discussions about the safety management of transport for dangerous goods and the routes taken by drivers.
The Boksburg gas tanker explosion occurred on Christmas Eve when a gas tanker crashed into a bridge in the city, causing an explosion that killed 18 people and injured 37. The driver of the truck was initially arrested and charged with 15 counts of culpable homicide, but has now been released due to a lack of evidence. Six firefighters were also injured while trying to extinguish the flames.
The explosion destroyed the gas tanker, a fire department truck, two cars, and two houses, and caused damage to other homes in the area. The tragedy has sparked discussions about the safety management of transport for dangerous goods and the routes taken by drivers. Risk management consultancy Riskonet Africa has emphasized the importance of transport companies having a clear understanding of the routes their drivers take and conducting pre-trip evaluations of potential dangers, and not deviating from the plan once it has been determined, especially when hazardous materials are involved.
