OverviewWhen combustible dust is suspended in air and under the right conditions, it can become explosive. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) identified at least 281 combustible dust incidents between 1980s and 2005.In August 2014, a massive explosion took place at a factory in Kunshan, China, killing at least 75 people. News reports revealed that workers had long complained of dangerous levels of dust at the facility.

Objectives In this short course, attendees will understand the fundamentals of combustible dust, its explosion characteristics and various control measures. Attendees will also be aware of the key considerations and preparations required for managing combustible dusts.

Who should attend? Fire safety managers, workplace safety and health professionals, facility/building professionals, workplace managers and those in similar professions.

Course Outline1. Past incidents and International

Code and Standards for Combustible Dust Risk Management

2. Science of combustible dust3. Dust explosion risk management4. Dust control measures –

prevention and protection techniques

Continuous Professional Development

Course Duration: 4 hours

CertificationAttendees will be awarded a certificate of attendance in ‘Combustible Dust Explosion Awareness’. This course is an accredited course by the Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM) Singapore.

FSM 3 CPDWSHO 4 CPD

Training

COMBUSTIBLE DUST EXPLOSION