DQ$5$: Chapters $5$ and $12$: You own Catherine$$s Chemicals, specializing in producing chemicals for later use in industrial cleaning solutions. Your company has a $100\%$ safety record for both employees and the public.

Indeed, within the industry, Catherine$$s has a reputation for taking extra steps to protect all concerned.

Despite all precautions, including those beyond industry standards, a pipe bursts for unexplained reasons, spilling a dangerous chemical that will adversely affect a nearby waterway. A subsequent inspection shows that there was no negligence involved in this accident.

Underline strict liability doctrine, Catherine$$s is almost certain to be liable for any and all environmental damage. Is this good public policy?