## 4 Discussion
The risk management system includes [42]:  
* Assessment of the risk of a serious accident: to be conducted every 5 years or in the case of significant changes in the safety of facility operations;
* Organization and employees: conducting regular training, define responsibilities, and empower individual employees in accident prevention;
* Management of facility operations: developing and adhering to safety procedures for individual technological facilities;
* Management of changes in the facility: evaluating risks before making changes in technologies (changes in hazardous substances, changes in equipment);
* Emergency planning: developing an emergency plan and conducting exercises (response training);
* Control: monitoring the effectiveness of the risk management system for continuous improvement. When defining preventive measures implemented by the management of the facility and service personnel, it is advisable to rely on a set of rules (\"Golden Rules\") for preventing serious accidents outlined in the OECD Guiding Principles for Chemical Accident Prevention, Preparedness, and Response, Guidance for Industry. These rules are defined generally but are universally applicable. Role of management:  
* Understand the dangers and risks of facilities where hazardous substances are present;
* Promote a \"safety culture\" known and accepted throughout the company;
* Establish a safety management system and monitor its implementation;
* Apply the principles of \"inherently safer technologies\" in the design and operation of facilities containing hazardous substances;
* Exercise caution when managing changes;
* Prepare for any accident that may occur;
* Assist others in carrying out their respective functions and responsibilities;
* Strive for continuous improvement. Role of employees:  
* Act in accordance with the company's safety culture, safe procedures, and training;
* Strive to be informed and provide information and feedback to management;
* Be active in helping raise awareness and educate the community. Given that hazardous substances are stored and handled at the facility, posing potential risks to life, health, or property, it is necessary to carry out preventive activities to reduce the likelihood of a serious accident. Preventive activities encompass a set of organizational, managerial, personnel-related, educational, technical, technological, and material measures to prevent the occurrence of a serious industrial accident. In the context of gas station operations, effective environmental control and risk management are paramount to mitigate potential adverse impacts on the surroundings. Robust environmental control measures involve the implementation of advanced technologies and protocols to prevent and respond to hazardous substance spills. This includes state-of-the-art containment systems, real-time monitoring, and emergency response plans tailored to minimize the environmental fallout. Moreover, proactive environmental risk management necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the potential consequences on air quality, vegetation, and fauna. Regular environmental assessments and audits can play a crucial role in identifying vulnerabilities and refining preventive strategies. Collaborative efforts with environmental agencies and stakeholders further contribute to the development of sustainable practices that not only uphold the safety of gas station operations but also safeguard the ecosystems in their vicinity. By integrating effective environmental control and risk management strategies, gas stations can strive for a balance between their operational needs and the preservation of the environment, ensuring a safer coexistence with surrounding ecosystems and communities.