Combustible dust explosions are a risk in many areas of an industrial plant, but one of the most common locations is the dust collection system. How do you know if your facility is at risk? What steps should be taken to address this issue? This webinar provided a practical approach to tackling the combustible dust challenge, including:

• Code Deciphering: How to understand and apply the various NFPA codes relating to explosion protection (NFPA 654, NFPA 68, NFPA 69 and NFPA 484); and how the NFPA Performance–Based Approach may be applied to offer more flexible and cost-effective solutions
• The Role of OSHA: An update on the OSHA National Emphasis Program (NEP) for combustible dust
• Engineering Controls:
  • Proper hood and ductwork design
  • Dust collector system design and filter media selection
  • Inlet/outlet explosion protection devices and their functions – including chemical isolation and suppression systems, fast acting valves, back draft dampers, spark traps and deflagration venting options
• Shortfalls to Compliance: An examination of the most common shortfalls to compliance and how to avoid them.

Presenters

Case Ferguson

Case Ferguson joined Camfil APC in 2005 and has served in a variety of capacities for the company, including regional manager, OEM market focus manager and director of business development for Camfil Farr Malaysia Sdn Bhd. His experience encompasses all aspects of dust collection equipment marketing, sales, production and technical support. Prior to joining Camfil APC, he worked in the powder/bulk solids industry as a sales manager for Bratney Companies, an engineering construction company. He is a graduate of the University of Alabama.

Jennifer Tedder

Memphis, Tennessee native, Jennifer Tedder joined Camfil APC in 2010 and currently holds the position of Aftermarket Regional Manager. In this role she is responsible for developing and training a team of dust collection filter sales specialists, while also working with customers to meet their dust collection and explosion protection goals. Jennifer has 15+ combined years in both sales and management roles.

Also participating

Tony Supine

Tony Supine has held numerous positions with Camfil APC including research and development manager, technical director and currently plant manager. He is the author of numerous articles on combustible dust and explosion prevention.

Moderator

Kyle Morrison, Senior Associate Editor, Safety+Health magazine, National Safety Council, covers occupational safety and workplace safety regulation for the magazine. He moderated the session. ??????? ??????????????????? ????????