Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a tragic incident at Kanglong Huacheng, a leading CXO (Contract Research Organization) in China, where two laboratory workers died due to asphyxiation caused by improper safety protocols during an experiment [2][3][5]. Group 1: Incident Overview - On June 3, 2025, Kanglong Huacheng experienced a fatal accident resulting in the deaths of two employees, Guo and Jing, due to oxygen deficiency in a laboratory setting [2][3]. - The accident was classified as a general production safety incident caused by non-compliance with safety regulations, specifically the improper use of a flexible isolator that led to a significant drop in oxygen levels [3][5]. Group 2: Accident Details - The two deceased were responsible for temperature recording and equipment adjustments for a crystallization experiment and were working the night shift when the incident occurred [3][4]. - The workers entered a flexible isolator without proper safety measures, leading to their asphyxiation after nitrogen was introduced into the isolator, which reduced the oxygen concentration below the safe threshold of 19.5% [3][4]. Group 3: Investigation Findings - The investigation revealed that the workers did not follow the company's established safety protocols for using the flexible isolator, which contributed to the accident [5]. - The investigation team criticized Kanglong Huacheng for inadequate enforcement of safety regulations and insufficient training for employees regarding safety procedures [5][6]. Group 4: Recommendations and Penalties - The investigation recommended a fine of between 300,000 to 1,000,000 yuan for Kanglong Huacheng and suggested a penalty of 40% of the annual income for the company's CEO, who was deemed responsible for the incident [5][6]. - Additional penalties were recommended for various management personnel involved in safety oversight, suggesting fines of 20% to 50% of their annual income [6].
康龙化成两员工在实验室死亡 总裁等多位管理人员被罚