Declarations – West

February 25, 2013

Nuclear Safety

“Nothing is more important to us than the safe design and manufacturing of nuclear-energy facilities.”

—A statement from Mitsubishi, which said design decisions on the troubled San Onofre nuclear power plant on the California coast were made in accordance with industry standards, defends equipment problems linked to a 2012 tube break that released a trace of radiation.

Serial Violators

“We count on state and local agencies to continue their collective efforts by focusing on the serial violators, including those who hire them.”

—Brad Diede, executive director of the California Professional Association of Specialty Contractors, hailed an announcement by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office that it’s bringing criminal charges that include workers’ compensation fraud against a Southern California pool contractor.

Faster the Better

“When people have insurance problems, they want information fast. They have limited time, and they may be on a smartphone or other device. We want to make it easy for them.”

—Washington Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler commenting on a revamped insurance department website designed to be easier to use for consumers and industry professionals.

Gas Sense

“Safe storage of gasoline is not only common sense, it is essential to protecting the integrity of California’s groundwater resources.”

—California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris commenting on a civil suit she filed against BP and Atlantic Richfield Company for allegedly violating hazardous materials and hazardous waste laws at more than 780 gas stations in California.

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