Control of Static Electricity - Course No. 86

The hazards of static sparks in industry and the control of static electricity by grounding and neutralizing.

Course No. 86

4 hours

Control of Static Electricity

The hazards of static sparks in industry and the control of static electricity by grounding and neutralizing. The role of static sparks, flammable vapor or dust and air in the "Ring of Fire"; how static sparks can be produced; preventing fires or explosions as part of the job. Why ground wires prevent sparks and how to be sure they do; when ground wires are required; a general rule for grounding when transferring flammable materials; avoiding splash and spray; use of neutralizers when grounds will not work; location of neutralizers, distance from source and inspection hints.

Click to View Format