Dust Safety Science: Improving Combustible Dust Safety in the Workplace
266 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsDust Safety Science is a podcast focused on improving awareness, knowledge, connection, and change around workplace safety in industries manufacturing or handling combustible dusts.
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DSS262: What Are Welding Fumes And Are They Explosible With Jeremiah Wann
April 16, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBJeremiah Wann, CEO and President of Imperial Systems, defines what welding firms are and discusses whether or not they are explosible.
DSS261: Top Five Mistakes Identified During External Audits and Review of Dust Hazard Analysis Reports With Diane Cave
April 09, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBDiane Cave, Eastern Lead from Element6 Solutions, goes over the top five mistakes identified during external audits and review of dust hazard analysis reports.
DSS260: Protecting From Explosion Risks in Bucket Elevators with Michel Vandeweyer
April 02, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBMichel Vandeweyer, Explosion Safety Consultant at ISMA, discusses recommended ways to protect bucket elevators from explosion risks.
DSS259: Protecting Equipment from Dust Explosions with Robert Comer | Part 2: Explosion Relief and Protection Systems
March 26, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBIn part two of this interview with Robert Comer, the author of Explosion Vented Equipment System Protection Guide, provides insights on use of explosion relief and protection systems.
DSS258: Protecting Equipment from Dust Explosions with Robert Comer | Part 1: Structural Analysis and Design for Reinforcing Dust Handling Systems
March 12, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBRobert Comer, author of Explosion Vented Equipment System Protection Guide, explains how to reinforce dust handling systems through structural analysis and design.
DSS257: NFPA 660 Development and Rollout Process with Laura Moreno
March 05, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBLaura Moreno, Standards Lead and Industrial and Chemical Engineering at NFPA, goes over the NFPA 660 development and rollout process.
DSS256: Hazard Assessment in Grain Milling, Sifting and Sorting Applications with Matt Williamson
February 27, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBMatt Williamson, Director of Engineering at ADF Engineering, explains how to recognize and assess common hazards in grain milling, sifting, and sorting applications.
DSS255: Typical Hazards in Grain Milling, Sifting and Sorting Applications With Matt Williamson
February 20, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55 MBMatt Williamson, Director of Engineering at ADF Engineering, goes over typical hazards encountered in grain milling, sifting, and sorting applications.
DSS254: Avoiding the Chimney Effect when Fighting Grain Dryer Fires
February 13, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBThis episode reviews recommended measures for avoiding the chimney effect when responding to grain dryer fires.
DSS253: Imperial Sugar System Failure Case Study Published by NASA
February 06, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBIn today’s episode, we discuss a system failure case study that NASA created about the Imperial Sugar explosion.
DSS252: Helpdesk Question: Five Minute Combustible Dust Training Session
January 30, 2024 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBIn today’s episode of the Dust Safety Science podcast, we're addressing a Help Desk query on how to create a short, five-minute training session on combustible dust.
DSS251: Update on Waste and Recycling Fires and Fire Protection Systems With Ryan Fogelman
January 23, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBRyan Fogelman from Fire Rover returns to the podcast to discuss an update on waste and recycling fires and fire protection systems.
DSS250: The Use of QR Codes in Industrial Applications and Safety with Bill Laturnus
January 16, 2024 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBBill Laturnus, Senior Safety Advisor of manufacturing at BC Forest Safety Council, explains how QR codes can be used to improve safety in industrial applications.
DSS249: What is Flameless Venting Efficiency and What is its Importance with Dimitrios Kakogiannis
January 09, 2024 07:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBDimitrios Kakogiannis, Explosion Protection Application Scientist from Fike Europe, explains the importance of flameless venting in industrial safety.
DSS248: Helpdesk Question: Considerations for Metal Dust Collection
December 19, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBDr. Chris Cloney reviews a help desk question about hazards associated with the collection of metal dust like aluminum powder.
DSS247: Understanding Fans and Blowers for Industrial Applications with Chet White
December 12, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBChet White, the Sales and Marketing Manager from AirPro Fan and Blower Company, talks about best practices when using fans and blowers for industrial applications.
DSS246: Incident Update - 2023 Grain Dust Explosion in Decatur, Illinois
December 05, 2023 08:45 - 10 minutes - 15 MBDr. Chris Cloney reviews an incident update for an April 2023 grain dust explosion in Decatur, Illinois.
DSS245: Can A Non-Flammable Dust Explode?
November 28, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MBThis episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.
DSS244: Helpdesk Question: Alignment Sensors for Bucket Elevators in NFPA 61 with Brian Knapp
November 21, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBBrian Knapp, Vice President of Electronics Division with 4B Components, explains how alignment sensors for bucket elevators are handled in NFPA 61.
DSS243: Using Non-Destructive Evaluation to Verify Vessel Pred Values With Bryn Johnston
October 17, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBBryn Johnson, President of JBW Consulting Engineers based out of Duluth, Minnesota, shares his insights on non-destructive evaluation to verify vessel pred values.
DSS242: 10 Videos to Demonstrate and Educate About Dust Explosion
October 10, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBDiscover the power of dust explosions with these 10 insightful videos. This episode discusses hazards, prevention, and the science behind this often-underestimated danger.
DSS241: Do Cyclones Need Explosion Protection in the Wood Industry?
September 19, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBThis episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.
DSS240: Safety Share - Dust Explosion Damage
September 12, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBThis episode is a Safety Share about dust explosion damage. It takes a close look at an FM Global report that analyzes ignition sources.
DSS239: How Big is the Market Size for Dust Explosions in the United States
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBThis 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).
DSS238: Safety Share - Asphalt Dust Explosion in Europe
August 29, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBThis episode reviews the gripping account of a loader fire escalation incident and provides valuable insights into safety measures that prevent such catastrophic events.
DSS237: Robotics Standards for Safety and Compliance with Adam Haroz
August 08, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBAdam Haroz, Director of Engineering at Conversion Technology Inc., comes on the podcast to discuss the robotics standards for safety and compliance.
DSS236: Safety Share - Loader Fire Escalation Incident
August 01, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBThis episode reviews the gripping account of a loader fire escalation incident and provides valuable insights into safety measures that prevent such catastrophic events.
DSS235: Fire and Explosion Safety for Direct Heated Belt Dryers
July 25, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBThis episode goes over the vital steps to ensure fire and explosion safety in direct heated belt dryers.
DSS234-Incident Update - 2021 Lumber Mill Explosion in Beauceville, Quebec
July 18, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBThis episode is an incident update for a lumber mill explosion that occurred in Beauceville, Quebec, in 2021.
DSS233: Incident Update - Court Cases in 2021 Coal Dust Explosion in Baltimore, Maryland
July 11, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBThis episode is an incident update that examines court cases arising from the 2021 coal dust explosion in Baltimore, Maryland.
DSS232: How to Develop a Dust Control Project in a Coal Handling Process with Joe Finn
July 04, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBJoseph Finn, Process Ventilation Engineer at Finn Equipment Sales, goes over the steps involved in developing a dust control project in a coal handling process.
DSS231: Building a Culture of Safety with Bill Laturnus | Part 2: Lessons for Industry Associations
June 27, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MBBill Laturnus, Manufacturing Safety Senior Safety Advisor at BC Forest Safety Council, talks about how industry associations can cultivate and support a culture of safety.
DSS230- Building a Culture of Safety with Bill Laturnus | Part 1: Lessons for Companies
June 20, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBBill Laturnus, Manufacturing Safety Senior Safety Advisor at BC Forest Safety Council, talks about building a culture of safety at your organization.
DSS229: Powder Show Review - Crossover episode with Donovan Karki and the Dusty Jobs Podcast
June 13, 2023 07:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBChris 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.
DSS227: Safety Share - Flash Fire During Furnace Blowdown
June 06, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.8 MBDr. 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.
DSS228: Proposed Regulation Changes for Combustible Dust in British Columbia
May 30, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBDr. 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.
DSS226: Incident Update - 2022 Grain Dryer Explosion In Singapore
May 23, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBJoin 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."
DSS225: Incident Update - 2022 Plastic Dust Collector Fire in Sheboygan, Wisconsin
May 16, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MBDr. Chris Cloney provides the latest update about the 2022 plastic dust collector fire in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Learn about the incident and its aftermath here.
DSS224: Re-release of the Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program with Jeffrey Wanko
May 09, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBJeffrey 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.
DSS223: History of the Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program with Jeffrey Wanko
May 02, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBJeffrey 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.
DSS222: Top Five Questions Companies Have About Flexible Hoses & Ducting with Ross Blanford
April 25, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBRoss Blanford, Director of Sales at Masterduct, returns to the podcast to review the top five questions companies have about flexible hoses and ducting.
DSS221: Fake ATEX Product and Certificate Follow up with Terry McDonald
April 18, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBTerry 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.
DSS220: Current Status of Combustible Dust Safety in Belgium & Example Case Studies with Michel Vandeweyer - Part 2
April 11, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBUsing example case studies, Michel Vandeweyer, Explosion Safety Consultant for ISMA, discusses the current regulations regarding combustible dust in Belgium.
DSS219: Current Status of Combustible Dust Safety in Belgium & Example Case Studies with Michel Vandeweyer - Part 1
April 04, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBMichel Vandeweyer, Explosion Safety Consultant from ISMA, discusses the current status of combustible dust safety in Belgium, providing some example case studies.
DSS218: How are North America & Europe Different in Regards to Combustible Dust with Brian Edwards and Dilip Arulappan
March 21, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBBrian 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.
DSS217: Understanding Audit Processes for Combustible Dust With Bill Laturnus
March 14, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBBill Laturnus, Manufacturing Senior Safety Advisor with BC Forest Safety Council, explains the audit processes for combustible dust.
DSS216: Looking Out For Fake ATEX Products & Certificates with Terry McDonald
March 07, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBTerry McDonald, Sales & Business Development Manager with Thorne and Derrick, warns companies how they can look out for fake ATEX products and certificates.
DSS215: Incident Update - 2021 Coal Dust Explosion in Baltimore, Maryland (Revisited)
February 28, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBThis episode revisits the December 30, 2021 coal dust explosion in Baltimore, Maryland, using information submitted by a newsletter subscriber.
DSS214: Introducing the Fike Explosion Protection Partner Checklist with Jeff Davis
February 21, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBJeff Davis, Senior Explosion Safety Consultant with Fike Corporation, introduces and explains the Fike Explosion Protection Partner Checklist.
DSS213:WPAC Audit Tool for Managing Wood Dust Mitigation & Control
February 14, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBIn today’s episode of the Dust Safety Science podcast, we discuss the WPAC audit tool for managing wood dust mitigation and control.