Suphan Buri Ice Factory Closed Due to Ammonia Leak

Khaosod•Economy•19d ago

Reader Briefing

Suphan Buri ice factory faces temporary closure following an ammonia leak, with authorities inspecting other factories for compliance.

•An ammonia leak occurred at an ice factory in Suphan Buri, leading to its temporary closure for repairs.
•Local schools within a 1km radius were affected, with students experiencing respiratory irritation but no severe injuries.
•Minister Warawoot inspected the site and ordered a check of other factories to ensure proper permits and safety standards.
•The factory's operations were suspended under the Factory Act B.E. 1992 and will only resume after inspection and approval from the Department of Industrial Works.

Overview

•Minister Warawoot visited a factory in Suphan Buri due to an ammonia leak.
•An ammonia leak occurred at the ice factory, impacting nearby schools and residents.
•Students within a 200-meter to 1-kilometer radius experienced nasal irritation due to the leak.
•The factory has been temporarily suspended from operation under the Factory Act B.E. 1992.
•The factory will be allowed to reopen only after repairs are completed and inspected by the Department of Industrial Works.
•Minister Warawoot advised all factories to be vigilant due to rising temperatures potentially increasing accident risks.
•Minister Warawoot stated that factories must be properly permitted and adhere to safety standards for public benefit.
•Authorities will take strict legal action against any factories found operating without proper permits or being illegal operations.

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Key Quotes

Warawoot

"It is fortunate that there were no serious injuries, and the factory has been urged to thoroughly inspect all areas, receiving good cooperation. Currently, the factory has been ordered to temporarily suspend operations under the Factory Act B.E. 1992."

ถือว่าโชคดีที่ไม่ได้รับบาดเจ็บรุนแรง และได้กำชับทางโรงงานไปว่าให้ตรวจตราจุดต่างๆ ให้ดี ซึ่งก็ได้รับความร่วมมืออย่างดี ขณะนี้โรงงานดังกล่าวได้ถูกสั่งระงับกิจการชั่วคราวตาม พ.ร.บ.โรงงาน พ.ศ.1992 แล้ว

Warawoot

"I would like to remind all factories in all areas that temperatures will gradually increase. Points such as joints, production lines, electrical connections, and transformers in factories can be potential sources of accidents, so please be vigilant."

ฝากถึงทุกโรงงานในทุกพื้นที่ จากนี้อุณหภูมิจะค่อยๆ ทวีความร้อนเพิ่มมากขึ้น จุดข้อต่อ สายการผลิต จุดรวมไฟฟ้า หม้อแปลงต่างๆ ในโรงงานที่อาจจะเป็นจุดกำเนิดของอุบัติเหตุได้ ขอให้เฝ้าระวังให้ดี

Warawoot

"If it is correct, the standards of the Department of Industrial Works will be used to inspect safety for the surrounding public. But if it is incorrect, we will strictly enforce the law. Industry must truly benefit the public."

ถ้าถูกต้องจะใช้มาตรฐานของกรมโรงงานอุตสาหกรรมไปตรวจสอบความปลอดภัยเพื่อประชาชนโดยรอบ แต่ถ้าไม่ถูกต้องเราจะดำเนินการตามกฎหมายอย่างเคร่งครัด ซึ่งอุตสาหกรรมจะต้องเกิดประโยชน์กับประชาชนอย่างแท้จริง

Key Entities

Person

Warawoot(วราวุธ)

The Minister who visited the Suphan Buri ice factory and gave instructions.

Place

Suphan Buri(สุพรรณบุรี)ℹ️

The province where the ammonia leak incident occurred at an ice factory.

Law

Factory Act B.E. 1992(พ.ร.บ.โรงงาน พ.ศ.1992)

The law under which the Suphan Buri ice factory was temporarily suspended.

Organization

Department of Industrial Works (DIW)(กรมโรงงานอุตสาหกรรม (กรอ.))

The government department responsible for inspecting and approving factories for operation.

Ministry of Industry(กระทรวงอุตสาหกรรม)

The ministry overseeing industrial safety and factory compliance, to which public can report suspicious activities.