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An explosion at R.M. Palmer Co. chocolate factory in West Reading, PA, on March 24, 2023, caused seven deaths and injured eleven. An investigation by the NTSB revealed that two gas leaks caused the explosion, one of which was due to a faulty gas fitting installed in 1982. There are various food production facilities that may pose a risk of explosion. These include grain mills, flour mills, sugar refineries, food spray drying facilities, vegetable oil refineries, brewery and distillery facilities, dairy processing plants, snack food production facilities (i.e., potato chips and popcorn), bakeries, and meat processing plants. Some of the substances that may cause explosions include grain dust, flour dust, sugar dust, milk powder, coffee powder, oils, ethanol, starches, flours, seasonings, and animal fats. Performing an area classification within a food production facility carries substantial significance: 1. Safety: Area classification helps identify and mitigate potential fire and explosion hazards. In a food production facility, there may be areas where combustible dust or flammable gases are present, such as cocoa powder or gas-fired equipment. By conducting an area classification, you can determine the appropriate measures to control ignition sources and prevent accidents. 2. Compliance: Complying with regulations like the Canadian Electrical Code and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations is crucial for the safety and success of a food manufacturing facility in Canada. Following these guidelines ensures legal and financial protection while maintaining necessary safety standards. 3. Risk Management: Conducting an area classification study helps identify potential hazards in the food production facilities enabling appropriate control measures to manage risks and prevent incidents. These control; measures include assessing the likelihood of explosive atmospheres, identifying potential ignition sources, and evaluating ventilation systems. 4. Employee Safety: Area classification helps keep employees safe in Canadian workplaces, including chocolate factories. It identifies danger zones and helps implement safety measures like special equipment, safe work procedures, employee training, and personal protective equipment. 5. Insurance and Liability: In Canada, insurance companies may require an area classification assessment to evaluate the level of risk associated with a facility. Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the area classification can demonstrate that the necessary precautions have been taken to mitigate potential risks, which may result in more favorable insurance terms and premiums. Additionally, maintaining proper documentation of the area classification can serve as evidence of due diligence in the event of an incident and reduce liability issues. Visit EngWorks.ca #SafetyFirst #AreaClassification #WorkplaceSafety #IndustrialAccident

The Hazardous Locations Fundamentals course has been updated with the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code updates!

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Enhancing Business Value through Workforce Education in Hazardous Locations: Understanding the financial benefits of investing in education is crucial, especially in hazardous locations like oil and gas industries. Let's break down the Return on Investment (ROI) of educating your workforce in hazardous location (hazloc) awareness: Why Hazloc Education Matters: - Ensures compliance with safety standards. - Reduces risk of incidents and related costs. - Enhances employee competency and confidence. Tangible ROI: - Safety Compliance: Focus on employee safety: Priority #1! Everything else is an after thought. - Minimizes costly fines and legal actions by adhering to industry-specific safety guidelines. - Efficiency Boost: Skilled workers optimize operations and reduce downtime. - Reputation Revamp: Demonstrates commitment to safety—an attractive trait for employees, partners and stakeholders. Prioritize workforce education today to secure a safer, more efficient workspace. Enroll in HazLoc courses at https://bit.ly/3Yhx0af or In-House Training at https://lnkd.in/gbmxhXFw

ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Training Course Preview | Snippets & 3D Object Tour Welcome to the preview of our ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Training Course! This video offers a comprehensive glimpse into what you can expect from the course, featuring snippets from each chapter and software application example. Course Overview: Our course is grounded in the IEC 60079-10-1 standard, with references to simplified methods from other key code standards, including NFPA, API, and EI. 3D Object Preview: Get a sneak peek at all the 3D objects featured in the application examples segment of the course. These visuals aid in understanding complex concepts and ensure an engaging learning experience. Design Report: By the end of the course, you will learn how to complete a full area classification design report using the ExHAC software, equipping you with the practical skills needed for real-world applications. Explosion safety is everyone's responsibility! To learn more or purchase, please visit onlinecourses.engworks.ca

July 26 at 12 PM MDT: Join us for a hands-on webinar presented by EngWorks' Director of Marketing. Each registered attendee will receive a free two-week trial of the ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Software for Explosive Gases and a downloadable tutorial PDF. This session will help you get familiar with the software through a step-by-step tutorial, with opportunities to ask questions and receive immediate feedback. We will also provide a brief overview of the ExHAC training course.   Participants will enjoy special discounts on both the course and software if purchased within one week of the webinar. This no-pressure, friendly, and collaborative environment is perfect for those new to the software or unfamiliar with the IEC 60079-10-1 Standard and hazardous area classifications. Any software-related questions not addressed during the session will be followed up post-webinar by an engineering expert. We appreciate your participation and look forward to seeing you there! https://lnkd.in/gK2xuMFQ #engineeringWebinar #electricalengineer #safetyengineer #engineeringmanager #hazardousarea #areaclassification #ExHACSoftware #engineeringsoftware #IEC #explosivegases

Realize the Power of ExHAC Software! Ready to advance your hazardous area classification processes? Join us for a live, hands-on, one-on-one demo of our ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Software! Book your demo today and choose between: A live, online, 1-on-1, hands-on tutorial demo with a trained sales team member and a two-week free trial of the ExHAC software. OR Download our PDF tutorial and request your two-week free trial by emailing contact@engworks.ca. Why Attend? Guided Real-World Demonstration: Our expert will guide you through a real-world software demonstration. Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered in real-time or within 48 hours. Exclusive Offer: Receive a special discount code and a free two-week trial of ExHAC. Applies to over 50 countries globally using the IEC standard! Book Now: Hands-On, One-On-One, Live Tutorial Demo Booking (with a free two-week trial of the ExHAC software): https://lnkd.in/gc7uaFzn OR PDF Tutorial: ExHAC Tutorial (and email us at contact@engworks.ca for a free two-week trial of the ExHAC software): https://lnkd.in/gkCius6X #HazardousAreaClassification #ExHAC #SafetyStandards #IECCompliance #OilAndGas #IndustrialSafety #FreeTrial #LiveDemo

Attention Engineering Managers, Electrical Engineers, Electrical Inspectors, and Electricians: Explosion safety is everyone's responsibility! We need your insights on the optimal time to release a promotional course that will update you on the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code changes for hazardous locations. #2024CEC #HazLoc #HazardousLocations #electricalequipment #explosionproof #oilandgas #mining #engineering #safetyfirst #explosivegas #combustibledust

The 2024 Canadian Electrical Code, Section 18 and Appendix J18 (Hazardous Locations), updates will soon be integrated into our Hazardous Locations Fundamentals course and available as early as the end of June 2024. You can purchase the course today to access it for an entire year with optional autorenewal (at $50 each subsequent year) and receive early access to the 2024 CEC updates. Click on the banner below to watch a free lesson and learn more about the Hazardous Locations Fundamentals course. https://lnkd.in/dK6YY4fm

This lesson instructs on performing a hazardous area classification for propane liquefication using the ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification software. The ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Software for Explosive Gases is based on the IEC 60079-10-1 Edition 3.0 standard. The ExHAC course is also available. These Application Examples are taken from the last part of the ExHAC course. To learn more or enroll, visit https://lnkd.in/dH_hYYjn. For customer care, visit contact@engworks.ca. #HazardousAreaClassification #ExHACSoftware #IEC60079Standard #ExplosiveGases #IndustrialSafety #OnlineLearning #EngineeringTraining #AreaClassificationTraining #propanetank