OSH Answers: 4-Working Safely with Aluminum Powder dust explosion hazards - 0 views
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What is the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) recommended exposure limit for aluminum powder (uncoated)
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John Astad on 24 Jun 09I'd like to thank Tracey Kelly, Safety Consultant in Ireland for sharing this so others in the ComDust network can gain an added awareness on the hazards of Al dust
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he hazard increases as the aluminum particle size decreases.
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Explosions of aluminum dusts have occurred in industry.
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Very informative article that also provides generic data on explosion severity and ignition sensitivity of Aluminum dust. Was a bit troubled when mention that, "administrative controls and personal protective equipment may also be required." These type of controls should always be required instead of maybe.