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NFPA
654(06)
Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions from the Manufacturing,
Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids
Softbound,
43 pp., 2006
$45.00
Follow the most up-to-date rules to maximize safety when working with dangerous substances!
This Standard provides requirements for safety to life and property from fire and explosion associated with the manufacturing, processing, blending, pneumatic conveying, repackaging and handling of combustible particulate solids or hybrid mixtures.
The 2006 edition incorporates the following changes:
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Revised the definition of combustible dust, deflagration, and hybrid mixture.
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Revised and expanded provisions applicable to intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) to bring the requirements up to the current state-of-the-art in IBC technology.
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New Annex material provides expanded guidance on the application of area electrical classification for various dust accumulation levels and safeguards.
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New performance-based requirements (revised Chapter 4 and new Chapter 5) provide flexibility in applying the Standard.
The document also incorporates organizational and editorial changes that improve consistency, usability, and readability.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
NFPA 654 Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions from the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids 2006 Edition
Chapter 1 Administration
Chapter 2 Referenced Publications
Chapter 3 Definitions
Chapter 4 General Requirements
Chapter 5 Performance-Based Design Option
Chapter 6 Facility and Systems Design
Chapter 7 Process Equipment
Chapter 8 Fugitive Dust Control and Housekeeping
Chapter 9 Ignition Sources
Chapter 10 Fire Protection
Chapter 11 Training and Procedures
Chapter 12 Inspection and Maintenance
Annex A Explanatory Material
Annex B Explosion Protection
Annex C Informational Primer on Spark Detection and Extinguishing Systems
Annex D Dust Layer Characterization and Precautions
Annex E Deflagration Propagation Isolation Methods
Annex F Use of Water as Extinguishing Agent for Combustible Particulate Solids
Annex G Informational References
Formal Interpretation
Index
