Biomass materials with self-heating properties: hazards
Since the field of biomass energy has undergone expansion, the importance of a larger storage capacity for biomass has skyrocketed, in order to facilitate a consistent fuel supply.
Answers to Frequent Questions on Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA)
1) What are the steps to undertake if I have not adhered to the deadline imposed in NFPA 652 pertaining to the performance of a Dust Hazard Analysis? Answer: The deadline outlined
Addressing NFPA 652 Standard Regarding Combustible Dusts
Do you operate a facility that requires you to engage with substances that are dusty or powdery in nature? This may entail handling or processing such materials regularly. If yes,
A dust hazard analysis is the first step in NFPA 652 adherence
Dust hazard analysis If a facility deals with dusts thatWhen powder or dust is handled, processed, conveyed, collected, or packed, explosive dust clouds may emerge. An explosion or
6 Industries Added by OSHA to the Combustible Dust NEP Program
n late January 2023, a new version of the Combustible Dust National Emphasis was issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The objective was to ensure that facil
How to handle grain safely: 5 tips
https://youtu.be/GzHR7OptvoU?si=wIDmXd60t8jUakVh You can lose your sense of control in flowing grain in only 2-3 seconds. Handling grain safely can be made easier by following thes
Finding the perfect DHA consultant AND Conducting an analysis independently
At this point, the importance of NFPA 652 and its recommendations are quite apparent. The standard requires that the operator or owner of a facility that interacts or engaged with
Ensuring the Safety of Facility Through Dust Explosion Test Data
“Could it be a problem if my powder has demonstrated 3mJ of minimum ignition energy and 256 bar.m/s of Kst, while its bulk powder volume resistivity is 5X1015 ohm.m” Several co
Electrostatic explosions and fires: Prevention
All of us, at some point, experienced electrostatic shocks. This may be at home, at a store, when pressing an elevator button or merely getting out of a vehicle. In all of these in
Dealing With Dust Explosion Hazards
When dry powder particles that are electrostatically charged are applied to objects that are conductive and electrically grounded, and heat is then applied to enable the powder to