DSS241: Do Cyclones Need Explosion Protection in the Wood Industry?
This episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.

This episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.
This episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.
This episode is a Safety Share about an asphalt dust explosion in Europe. It also covers a new group we haven't featured before - the European Process Safety Center (EPCS).
This episode reviews the gripping account of a loader fire escalation incident and provides valuable insights into safety measures that prevent such catastrophic events.
Adam Haroz, Director of Engineering at Conversion Technology Inc., comes on the podcast to discuss the robotics standards for safety and compliance.
This episode reviews the gripping account of a loader fire escalation incident and provides valuable insights into safety measures that prevent such catastrophic events.
This episode goes over the vital steps to ensure fire and explosion safety in direct heated belt dryers.
This episode is an incident update for a lumber mill explosion that occurred in Beauceville, Quebec, in 2021.
This episode is an incident update that examines court cases arising from the 2021 coal dust explosion in Baltimore, Maryland.
Joseph Finn, Process Ventilation Engineer at Finn Equipment Sales, goes over the steps involved in developing a dust control project in a coal handling process.
Bill Laturnus, Manufacturing Safety Senior Safety Advisor at BC Forest Safety Council, talks about how industry associations can cultivate and support a culture of safety.
Bill Laturnus, Manufacturing Safety Senior Safety Advisor at BC Forest Safety Council, talks about building a culture of safety at your organization.
Chris Cloney and Donovan Karki from the Dusty Jobs Podcast provide a detailed overview of the 2023 International Powder Show, which occurred in Chicago in April 2023.
Dr. Chris Cloney discusses a recent flash fire incident that occurred during furnace blowdown activity, and the recommendations made by the BC Forest Safety Council and Manufacturing Advisory Group in British Columbia to prevent similar incidents.
Dr. Chris Cloney discusses a recent flash fire incident that occurred during furnace blowdown activity, and the recommendations made by the BC Forest Safety Council and Manufacturing Advisory Group in British Columbia to prevent similar incidents.
Join Dr. Chris Cloney as he provides expert analysis and insights on a devastating 2022 grain dryer explosion in Singapore. Learn about the causes and impact of the explosion and discover the lessons that can be drawn from this tragic event."
Dr. Chris Cloney provides the latest update about the 2022 plastic dust collector fire in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Learn about the incident and its aftermath here.
Jeffrey Wanko, Director of the Office of Chemical Process Safety and Enforcement Initiatives at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, explains the re-release of the Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program.
Jeffrey Wanko, Director of the Office of Chemical Process Safety and Enforcement Initiatives at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, discusses the history of the Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program.
Ross Blanford, Director of Sales at Masterduct, returns to the podcast to review the top five questions companies have about flexible hoses and ducting.
Terry McDonald, Sales and Business Development Manager with Thorne and Derrick based out of the UK, returns for another discussion about fake ATEX products and certificates.
Using example case studies, Michel Vandeweyer, Explosion Safety Consultant for ISMA, discusses the current regulations regarding combustible dust in Belgium.
Michel Vandeweyer, Explosion Safety Consultant from ISMA, discusses the current status of combustible dust safety in Belgium, providing some example case studies.
Brian Edwards, Explosion Protection Consultancy Manager at Fike and Dilip Arulappan, Explosion Safety Consultant for Fike Europe discuss how North America and Europe differ in regards to combustible dust.
Bill Laturnus, Manufacturing Senior Safety Advisor with BC Forest Safety Council, explains the audit processes for combustible dust.
Terry McDonald, Sales & Business Development Manager with Thorne and Derrick, warns companies how they can look out for fake ATEX products and certificates.
This episode revisits the December 30, 2021 coal dust explosion in Baltimore, Maryland, using information submitted by a newsletter subscriber.
Jeff Davis, Senior Explosion Safety Consultant with Fike Corporation, introduces and explains the Fike Explosion Protection Partner Checklist.
In today’s episode of the Dust Safety Science podcast, we discuss the WPAC audit tool for managing wood dust mitigation and control.
This episode is a Safety Share summary of an explosion at an overseas wood pellet receiving port. It includes investigation details and lessons learned.