Peter Hunt

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W. V. Peter Hunt, a chemical engineer and Principal Consultant of Whamcorp Pty Ltd, held many roles in the chemical industry, including design, commissioning and operation of chemical plants and storage facilities and transport of dangerous goods. He has investigated fires and other incidents.

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Overfilling tanks: Disasters and prevention

The recent 3-part article by Shelley and Tarantino said “Overfill ground, dike, or bund fires result from piping or tank leakage. This may be caused by operator error, equipment or instrument failure.” Filling the tank to the point of overflow,…