The NEP refers to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards as the standards to consult for hazard recognition and abatement methods. Dust explosions continue to be a hazard that is often overlooked that can result catastrophic consequences.
An average of 5 fatalities and 29 injuries occur each year as a result from combustible dust incidents according the Chemical Safety Board study on combustible dust.
These events occur in various industries including:
•Food processing • Wood products • Chemical manufacturing • Grain and seed • Paper products • Metal processing |
• Pharmaceuticals • Tire and rubber manufacturing • Wastewater treatment • Recycling operations • Coal handling • Biomass processing |