IMC has the expertise and trained labor force to provide High Surface Cleaning services such as rafter and ceiling trusses, piping, conduit, lighting, ductwork, and other components and surfaces that accumulate particulate debris and dust.
The enabling law gives CSB the authorization to write regulations.
high-consequences events (for example, incidents that result in death, serious injuries requiring in-patient hospitalization, large public evacuations, very substantial property damage, or acute environmental impact)
I'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
he hazard increases as the aluminum particle size decreases.
It's interesting to note that the resueable Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB) of the Space Shuttle utilize over 300,000 pounds of aluminum dust to launch the vehicle into space.
Enesure that the explosion vents are directed in a safe restrocted area, away from loading docks, walkways, parking lots, etc. The volumetric expansion of a fireball exiting an explosion vent is 10:1.
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.