Fire and Explosion Hazards Analysis

This course is part of Chemical Hazards and Process Safety Specialization

Instructor: Jason White

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There are 4 modules in this course

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of process safety and risk analysis with our comprehensive course tailored for chemical engineers. Delve deep into the intricate world of fire and explosion hazards, where you'll apply a systematic approach for estimating damages caused by explosions. Our course doesn't stop there; it empowers you with crucial strategies to prevent and effectively manage these hazards, safeguarding both assets and lives.

At the end of this module, you will be able to describe conditions that could result in fires and explosions. You will be able to characterize the flammability of gases and liquids and you will be able to estimate flammability parameters for mixtures.

What's included

7 videos3 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

7 videosTotal 37 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutesPreview module
Module 1 Introduction1 minute
Why Study Fire and Explosions Hazards?4 minutes
The Fire Triangle4 minutes
Preventing Fires4 minutes
Flammability Limits11 minutes
Flammability Limits and Parameters for Mixtures8 minutes

3 readingsTotal 35 minutes

A Note From UC Davis10 minutes
Try It Problem!15 minutes
Solution10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Assignment30 minutes

2 discussion promptsTotal 25 minutes

Learning Goals10 minutes
PCA Louisiana Pulp and Paper Mill Case Study15 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to construct flammability diagrams and apply flammability diagrams to make predictions about flammable conditions. You will also be able to describe risks associated with sprays, dusts, and mists.

What's included

5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 35 minutes

Module 2 Introduction1 minutePreview module
Flammability Diagram Construction18 minutes
Example Using Flammability Diagram10 minutes
Flammability of Dusts and Mists4 minutes
Methanol Flammability Diagram Solution0 minutes

1 readingTotal 20 minutes

Try It Problem!20 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 2 Assignment30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 20 minutes

Imperial Sugar Case Study20 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to describe the nature of explosions and be able to estimate damage due to explosions. You will also be able to use lessons from past chemical process safety incidents to inform the implementation of safer solutions and work practices.

What's included

7 videos4 readings1 assignment

7 videosTotal 40 minutes

Module 3 Introduction2 minutesPreview module
Characterizing Explosions6 minutes
TNT Equivalency Method8 minutes
Example 1 Using TNT Equivalency Method6 minutes
Example 2 Using TNT Equivalency Method5 minutes
Estimating Blast Damage to People9 minutes
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions (BLEVEs)2 minutes

4 readingsTotal 55 minutes

Flixborough Explosion Case Study20 minutes
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions (BLEVEs)5 minutes
Try It Problem!20 minutes
Solution10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 3 Assignment30 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to determine procedures for taking vessels into and out of service using inerting. You will be able to describe static electricity ignition hazards and their controls. You will also be able to propose control measures to prevent fires and explosions.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment2 discussion prompts

8 videosTotal 41 minutes

Module 4 Introduction1 minutePreview module
Inerting9 minutes
Purge Cycles8 minutes
Example 1 of Using Inerting4 minutes
Example 2 of Using Inerting5 minutes
Static Electricity Hazard5 minutes
Control Measures for Fires and Explosions4 minutes
Course Summary2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 4 Assignment30 minutes

2 discussion promptsTotal 30 minutes

Barton Solvents Case Study20 minutes
Self-Reflection10 minutes

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Jason White

University of California, Davis

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Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024

This course is perfectly designed to make the learners to understand all the basics of Chemical Process Safety. The trainer is very qualified and makes every topic easy to understand.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2024

I have learned chemical process safety fundamentals, Deflagration, Detonation concepts with examples, control measures of fire & explosions. This course is extremely informative. Thanks!

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