Kansas grain elevators urged to curb dust after Gulf Coast blasts
The Associated Press reports deadly grain dust explosions in Louisiana and Texas raise Kansas concerns. Officials say 90 percent of Kansas elevators were inspected in nine years, with limited OSHA manpower hindering full coverage. Dust control, electrical safety and heat monitoring are key safeguards amid costly penalties for violations.
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