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Dust Explosion Prevention and Protection Techniques

Course Design and Objectives
This course presents the techniques available for preventing dust explosions and protecting people and plant from their effects. It demonstrates a systematic approach to dust explosion hazards assessment directed towards obtaining a basis of safety for a process.

Course attendees will have gained an understanding of the serious consequences of dust explosions, the conditions under which they can occur, and the latest techniques recommended for their prevention. They will also learn the role of dust testing and how to interpret test data.

Introduction
  • Basis Theory and Definitions

    Flammability Assessment
  • Ignition Sensitivity
  • Explosion Severity
  • Burning Properties

    Conditions Affecting Flammability
  • Temperature
  • Oxidant

    Dust Explosion Hazard Control
  • Avoiding Ignition Sources
  • Avoiding Flammable Concentrations
  • Avoiding Oxidants

    Explosion Protection Techniques
  • Relief Venting
  • Suppression
  • Containment
  • Isolation

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