CV Technology Prepares Companies for OSHA Inspection by Minimizing Dust Explosion Risk With Tripod Approach
Jupiter, FL (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- The threat of dust explosion is nothing new to industries that process powder and/or bulk solids. Recently an increase in explosive events at various facilities is having a ripple effect across industries nationwide. The Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) have set forward an initiative to raise awareness and force companies to re-evaluate their explosion risk.
The latest OSHA directive, CPL 03-00-008, dated March 11, 2008, describes enforceable policies and procedures regarding inspection of facilities that handle combustible dust. It also sets the maximum allowable dust layer at only 1/32nd of an inch; barely enough to be measurable. With an already high standard and low level for tolerance, OSHA has further articulated the gravity of the directive by conducting random inspections. The fines imposed by not meeting the directives benchmarks for safety can be quite steep. Many companies are finding that a professionally conducted risk analysis can help them identify the areas of weakness and susceptibility for explosion risk.
"You can't completely eliminate the danger, but a risk analysis can certainly reduce probability and severity of an industrial dust explosion," says David Cvetas, President of CV Technology. "Every manufacturing facility needs to understand just how and where their enterprise is vulnerable."
CV Technology combines a legacy of experienced explosion consulting (http://www.cvtechnology.com/pas_consultingServices.html) with revolutionary and completely unique explosion prevention and explosion protection (http://www.cvtechnology.com/pas_explosionProtection.html) technologies. This holistic approach poises the company to tackle any unique requirement of the various industries now targeted for OSHA inspection and prepare any facility to meet and exceed OSHAs new benchmarks.
With what is called the "Tripod Approach" (http://www.cvtechnology.com/co_whatWeDo.html), CV Technology covers all aspects of the process from initial analysis, to manufacturing proprietary and custom components, through to implementation. The first and most critical step is a full risk analysis. Dusts are tested and processes are evaluated to determine where and to what extent there is risk for fire or explosion. A full report with recommendations and alternatives is created.
Step two takes the results of the analysis and defines an implementation strategy for optimal protection from explosion. Combustible and fugitive dust weaknesses are minimized and priorities are addressed in relation to their explosion risk.
Step three is a well orchestrated implementation process. Taking into account current processes including surrounding systems, and production schedules, the plan is put into action. Any custom components or mitigating equipment is installed and tested. Finally, plant personnel are properly trained.
"What explosion protection systems really provide is insurance", States Bill Stevenson, Vice President of Engineering for CV Technology. "They give companies the peace of mind that they are operating their plants safely, while not only preventing loss of life, but also protecting their financial security and the valuable process that they depend upon."
More information on combustible dust hazards and techniques to minimize explosion risk can be found on the CV Technology corporate website : www.cvtechnology.com
For further reading on the OSHA CPL 03-00-008 Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program, you can read the directive from the OSHA website : www.osha.gov/OshDoc/Directive_pdf/CPL_03-00-008.pdf
CV TECHNOLOGY, INC
15852 Mercantile Court
Jupiter, FL 33478
USA
Phone (561) 694-9588
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