Managing the Toronto Propane Explosion

Questions:

1) Write a brief summary of the case.

2) What is the problem here? Why did the TSSA become the "culprit" here?

3) Why did the TSSA become the target of the media and public opinion?

4) What would you advise the minister to do?

Explanation:

1. Summary of Toronto Propane Explosion

The Toronto propane explosion (also known as the Sunrise Propane incident) was a series of explosions and ensuing fire that took place on the morning of August 10, 2008, in Downsview, North York, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.The explosions occurred at the Sunrise Propane Industrial Gases propane facility, located near Keele Street and Wilson Avenue . The blasts caused thousands of people to be evacuated from their homes and cost C$1.8 million to clean up, half of which was paid by the province of Ontario. An employee of Sunrise died in the initial explosions and a firefighter died of cardiac arrest the next day while at the scene.

2. Why did the TSSA become the "culprit" here

They are culprit because they failed to protect the civilian by ensuring public safety—it’s the cornerstone that TSSA is built on. And while owners, contractors and residence play their parts in helping keep everyone safe, it’s TSSA who enforces, inspects and advocates for the public.

3. Why did the TSSA become the target of the media and public opinion?

TSSA did not make a Moves to Improve Safety in Ontario explosion which claims a lot of damages.

4. What would you advise the minister to do?

The minister should establish a law to revoke any company that violate its obligation liscense