Dust Explosions
Temperatures: Ignite between 300 oC and 600 oC.
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Outcome
1/ Identify the characteristics & conditions required for a dust explosion to occur.
2/ Describe the hazards associated with dust explosions.
3/ Describe firefighting techniques to be used when dealing with dust explosions.
Dust Explosion at Imperial SugarThe Mythbusters test if they can create a 'creamer' cannon using non-dairy creamer, compressed air, and a flare. Watch how they create one of the scariest-looking dust explosions ever on the show. |
On February 7, 2008, fourteen workers were fatally burned in a series of sugar dust explosions at the Imperial Sugar plant near Savannah, Georgia. This CSB safety video explains how the accident occurred. |