Combustible Dust

what is combustible dust?

Combustible dusts are finely divided particles in air that have the potential to lead to an explosion in the right conditions. This is a devastating event which has the potential to cause injury or death to personnel, and massive destruction to buildings and machinery.

how can ess help

As a member of the technical committees for NFPA 652 - Fundamentals of Combustible Dust and NFPA 484 - Combustible Metals and Metal Dusts, Mr. Downing has many years of experience not only in the development of the NFPA standards, but also in the implementation of what those standards include. He has conducted numerous dust hazard analyses, leading to the development of appropriate systems to minimize the combustibility of dusts at the process level. Mr. Downing has thorough knowledge of the requirements of NFPA 652, 654 and 484, and works closely with our clients to remove elements from the dust explosion pentagram to minimize the potential of an explosion.

Since this hazard often goes undetected until disaster strikes. ESS will identify this hazard before it is too late by conducting a thorough dust hazard analysis, including a review of the process at every step. ESS will work with the client to develop abatement steps that will focus on the highest risk first, but does not discount some of the simple steps that can help a facility provide a safe workplace for its employees. If this hazard applies to your facility, we will get you on the right track to safety and compliance. Additional services include but are not limited to implementing control programs, providing training, creating emergency action plans, assisting with equipment and facility design, and developing housekeeping procedures. Please email Mr. Downing directly to discuss your needs.