The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology, University of Greenwich, UK, is running its popular one-day course ‘Dust explosions: how to demonstrate DSEAR/ATEX compliance’ on 6 April 2016 at its premises in Chatham, Kent. 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.

 

UK legislation introduced in 2002 - the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR) - rationalised workplace assessment for fire and explosion hazard identification, and methods of prevention or mitigation. 

 

Participants will learn:

 

• UK dust explosion statistics 

• What is an explosion? 

• Standard explosion tests 

• Generic vs. actual test data 

• Hazardous area zoning – 20, 21 and 22 

• Fundamentals of DSEAR risk assessment 

• Explosion prevention and protection methods.

 

Places are limited so early booking is recommended:

 

 

Dust explosions can cause fatalities as well as destruction of an entire plant