Catastrophic dust explosions in 2003 and 2008 have placed an increased emphasis on the prevention and mitigation of dust explosions. In response to these incidents and subsequent CSB recommendations, OSHA has introduced a Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program (NEP) and has greatly increased enforcement efforts. Dr. Timothy Myers is a Senior Managing Engineer in Exponent's Thermal Sciences practice. Check out his presentation, where he provides the background on dust explosions, the elements required to cause them, and the types of materials that can fuel them. In addition, Dr Myers reviews the current status of dust explosion regulations and consensus standards in the United States as well as presenting statistics of OSHA enforcement issues, including descriptions of the most frequently issued citations. Finally, he summarizes NFPA standards for the prevention and mitigation of dust explosions, including primary prevention methods.
[Presentation] Dust Explosions
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