DUST HAZARD ANALYSIS (DHA) SERVICE

IDENTIFICATION OF COMBUSTIBLE DUST HAZARDS FOR NFPA COMPLIANCE

A Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) is a systematic process that identifies and evaluates the potential for fire, deflagration, and explosions caused by dust and particulate solids in a facility.

The goal of a DHA is to create a plan to minimize or mitigate these risks, thus insuring workplace safety. Your facility and processes are reviewed to determine where credible fire, flashfire, and explosion hazards exist and create a plan to minimize or mitigate those risks.

NFPA 652 requires a dust hazard analysis every five years, even if no changes have been made to your facility or processes. A DHA is also required if you have made new installations or expanded or upgraded existing installations. NFPA 654 Chapter 8 requires facilities to cover hazard mitigation methods and best practices.

While NFPA standards are not enforceable, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) relies on these standards when conducting enforcement activities under the Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program.

Strategic Regulatory Compliance Consulting Agency can provide a thorough review and analysis of the equipment and processes at your facility in order to determine compliance with the NFPA standards. If you are in need of a full audit and assessment, contact us for a free preliminary consultation and site visit. We can provide a full report for regulatory agency inquiries, insurance agency requirements, and also cover onsite safety & best practices training for your staff.

Send an email to carlton.flowers@gmail.com or call (573) 418-9174, leave a full detailed message with your contact information, and we will be in touch to assist you!

Carlton Flowers
Strategic Regulatory Compliance Consultant Agency