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06-03-2013  |  4323 x

Dust Explosions: How to Demonstrate DSEAR/ATEX Compliance: A one day course at the University of Greenwich campus in Kent, UK. Course date: 17 April 2013

This course gives an introduction to the subject and the simple measures that can be taken to reduce the hazard of a dust explosion. It includes a brief overview of current legislation and the safety precautions required to demonstrate compliance and provide a safe working environment for employees.
Course content
o UK dust explosion statistics
o What is an explosion?
o Standard explosion tests
o Generic vs actual test data
o Hazardous area zoning – 20, 21 & 22
o Fundamentals of DSEAR risk assessment
o Explosion prevention methods
o Explosion protection methods