Chilworth Technology - Dust Explosion Prevention and Protection Techniques

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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

Video/Discussions

Chilworth Technology, Inc.

250 Plainsboro Road, Bldg #7, Plainsboro, NJ 08536, USA.

Tel: 609-799-4449 · Fax: 609-799-5559 · Email: safety@chilworth.com