WCHS radio reports that the Du Pont Plant has been cited six times for significant workplace violations. These citations came from the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration because of an accident at the plant last January.

The accident occurred when Carl Fish, 58, died after exposure to phosphene gas. According to OSHA, the company failed, "to properly inspect piping used to transfer the phosgene, perform a thorough process hazard analysis for the operation, train workers on hazards associated with the gas, thoroughly inspect all high-risk sections of piping used to transfer other chemicals, and properly install energized electrical conductors," writes WCHS Radio. the fines add up to $43,000 owed by the company. 

Toxic substances can make you sick and cause serious health problems. If you or someone you know has been exposed to toxic substances on the job, contact a Charleston Exposure to Toxic Substances Attorney at the Steinberg Law Firm, P.C.