TIN TECHNOLOGY & REFINING

Parent Company: NA

905 FERNHILL RD, WEST CHESTER, Pennsylvania 19380

Area Score69/100PoorPoor

Pollution Risk

78

Based on 12 TRI facilities in zip code 19380

Water Quality

100

52 violations recorded

Air Quality

22

County-level EPA AQS data for CHESTER

Facility Information

Full Address
905 FERNHILL RD
City
WEST CHESTER
State
Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19380
County
CHESTER
EPA TRI ID
1938WTNTCH95FER
Parent Company
NA

Water Quality in 19380

Total Violations

52

Health Violations

9

Contaminants Found

15

Water Safety Score

100/100

Contaminants Detected:

Disinfectant ResidualCode 7500OtherCode 0700Gross AlphaChlorineCode 2383TurbidityRadium-226Chromium

Should You Be Concerned About TIN TECHNOLOGY & REFINING?

TIN TECHNOLOGY & REFININGis registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. The area's environmental safety score is 69/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Water quality in zip code 19380 is good (100/100), suggesting that despite the TRI facility, drinking water hasn't been significantly impacted.

This zip code has 12 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.

What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Pennsylvania pollution report for broader context. NA operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near TIN TECHNOLOGY & REFINING

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in WEST CHESTER, Pennsylvania (19380) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.

Water Testing

Even with acceptable municipal water scores, homes near industrial sites should test annually for contaminants that may leach through groundwater. This is especially important for homes built before 1990 or those on well water in the 19380 area. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Air quality in this area scores 22/100 — below average. Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from TIN TECHNOLOGY & REFINING, report them to Pennsylvania's environmental agency.

When to Consult a Doctor

Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.

Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 1938WTNTCH95FER. Last updated: August 2026.