May 15 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Topic Combustible Dust: Science, Standards & Mitigation Strategies
Join us for an engaging and highly informative evening focused on one of the most serious—and often underestimated—hazards in industrial workplaces: combustible dust. From deep scientific insights to real-world application, this session is designed to give EHS professionals, engineers, and facility leaders the knowledge and tools they need to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
Topics Covered
- What constitutes a combustible dust hazard
- The Dust Explosion Pentagon
- NFPA standards & OSHA compliance strategies
- Lessons from real-world industrial explosions (Imperial Sugar, Didion Milling, AL Solutions)
- Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA): tools and best practices
- Engineering controls, training programs, and housekeeping strategies
Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for:
- EHS Managers and Safety Professionals
- Facility and Operations Managers
- Engineers and Industrial Hygienists
- Risk & Compliance Teams
- Anyone responsible for industrial workplace safety
Why Attend?
- Learn from two respected safety and engineering professionals
- Gain up-to-date regulatory and scientific insights
- Take away practical tools and checklists you can implement immediately
- Network with peers over food and drinks in a relaxed setting
Speakers
Rich Sarnie, Vice President, United Alliance Services
Rich will present the practical implications of combustible dust risks, using case studies and proven mitigation strategies to guide attendees through hazard identification, engineering controls, and Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) planning.
Dr. Tim Myers, Principal Engineer, Exponent
Dr. Myers brings a deep technical perspective on combustible dust science, offering insights into:
- Combustible dust hazards in food, pharma, and metalworking industries
- Key regulations including OSHA’s NEP, NFPA 660, and industry-specific standards
- A risk-based approach from the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS)
Food and refreshments provided
Cash bar available courtesy of United Alliance Services