For some people, dust is just a minor nuisance, but for facility personnel in many industries, there is constant worry that dust buildup could lead to explosive situations. These situations can potentially destroy an entire facility or even be deadly. That’s why it’s important to conduct proper cleaning and maintenance to help proactively prevent flammable dust buildup.
According to a report from the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, Washington, D.C., there were 281 combustible dust incidents between 1980 and 2005, which resulted in 119 fatalities and 718 injuries. Since the release of that report in 2006, there have been an additional 105 incidents.