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Gas/Vapor Explosion Hazards

Course Design and Objectives
This course has been designed to assist the engineers and process safety personnel who are involved with processes and operations where flammable gases and vapors are present.

Practical prevention techniques are presented along with case studies and the theoretical knowledge necessary to gain a complete understanding of the subject. Upon completion of this course, participants will be well versed in the flammability attributes of gas, vapor and mist atmospheres. Gaining new insight into their existing and future processes, they will be qualified to define a basis of safety for their operations.

Introduction to Flammable Atmospheres
Basic theory and definitions

Flammability of Vapors, Gases and Mists
Flash Points, Flammable Ranges, Explosion Severity, Auto Ignition Temperatures

Conditions Affecting Flammability
Temperature, Pressure, Oxidant, Mixtures

Establishing a Basis of Safety
Avoiding Ignition Sources
   - Static Electricity, Friction, Impact, Electrical Equipment
Avoiding Flammable Concentrations
   - Ventilation, Temperature Control
Avoiding Oxidant
   - Inert Gas Blanketing

Discussion

Chilworth Technology, Inc.
250 Plainsboro Road, Bldg #7, Plainsboro, NJ 08536, USA.
Tel: 609-799-4449 · Fax: 609-799-5559 · Email: safety@chilworth.com