Boiler and Pressure Vessel accidents are not a very published item. In North America we have seen a big improvement in safety thanks to
organizations like the ASME the National Board and our Jurisdictions. We seldom see accidents listed in our day to day communications. As
such, this website is trying to keep this information readily available and in front of the public. Whenever we hear of an event we will post it
here. You can help us by dropping us an email whenever you come in contact with new information. Pictures are welcome and encouraged.
Starting in 2012 the below became linked to the story where the information came from.
If you become aware of an Accident during the year please drop an email to mkeenan@thewbia.com.
We will get it posted!
We must remain vigilant!!
| Accident Date | Location | Equipment | No. # of Injuries | No. # of Dead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2016 | Miami, Ohio | Boiler | 5 | 0 |
| January 13, 2016 | Philadelphia, PA | Boiler | 1 | 0 |
| January 18, 2016 | Dhaka, Bangladesh | Boiler | 2 | 0 |
| January 19, 2016 | Shorkot, Pakistan | Boiler | 11 | 8 |
| January 23, 2016 | Tongi, Bangladesh | Boiler | 1 | 6 |
| February 11, 2016 | Assam, India | Boiler | 6 | 0 |
| March 30, 2016 | College Park, GA | Boiler | 0 | 0 |
| April 26, 2016 | Sirajganj, Bangladesh | Boiler | 3 | 2 |
| May 25, 2016 | Upland, California | Boiler | 1 | 0 |
| May 27, 2016 | Mumbai, India | Boiler | 100 | 5 |
| June 6, 2016 | Krabi, Thailand | Boiler | 2 | 0 |
| June 7, 2016 | Daska, Pakistan | Boiler | 6 | 0 |
| June 15, 2016 | Veolia Energy, Philly, PA | Boiler | 2 | 0 |
| July 2, 2016 | Mumbai, India | Boiler | 5 | 3 |
| July 4, 2016 | Karachi Pakistan | Boiler | 4 | 5 |
| July 5, 2016 | Howrah, India | Boiler | 4 | 5 |
| August 11, 2016 | Beijing, China | Steam Piping | 5 | 21 |
| August 15, 2016 | Guatemala City, Guatemala | Boiler | 4 | 5 |
| August 23, 2016 | Malerkotla, India | Steam Dryer Can | 19 | 3 |
| September 11, 2016 | Dhaka, Bangladesh | Boiler | 74 | 31 |
| October 14, 2016 | Chennai, India | Boiler | 0 | 2 |
| October 22, 2016 | Karachi, Pakistan | Boiler | 2 | 2 |
| October 27, 2016 | Waikato, New Zealand | Boiler | 1 | 0 |
| October 30, 2016 | Thai Binh, Vietnam | Gas Cylinder | 11 | 4 |
| November 13, 2016 | Lahore, Pakistan | Boiler | 1 | 2 |
| November 16, 2016 | Jackson Cty, KY | Boiler | 2 | 0 |
| Total 2016 | 271 | 104 |