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The Safe Handling Of Aerosol Propellants
14/02/2008
Date: 24th June 2008
Venue: DH Industries Ltd, Laindon, Essex
The Safe Handling of Aerosol Propellants popular one-day course is designed for operations and maintenance staff from aerosol filling plants and those who need to have a practical knowledge of the safe handling of aerosol propellants. Hosted by The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) the next course day will take place on Tuesday, 24th June 2008 at Laindon in Essex.
The use of propellants distinguishes aerosol filling from that of other packaged goods. The aerosol industry has a good safety record and the key to this has been the safe operation and maintenance of filling lines using aerosol propellants. The organisers aim to provide delegates with knowledge of the issues surrounding handling aerosol propellants and provide practical examples of how this applies to the aerosol filling line. A wide range of topical issues will be covered including:
- Properties of common flammable aerosol propellants
- Common causes of fires, and how to eliminate them in an aerosol factory
- Classification of hazardous zones in an aerosol factory, the propellant tanks farm and propellant delivery, transfer and storage
- The gassing room and gas detection and safety
- Propellant change over
- Machine settings, danger of leaking cans, static electricity and hot water bath testing
- Prevention measures - how your behaviour can affect your safety.
All of the speakers have many years experience within the aerosol industry. The course provides delegates with the opportunity to discuss issues of concern with the speakers directly.
The fee for the day is £80 +VAT for BAMA members and £150 +VAT for non-members and includes lunch and refreshments. For booking forms or further details visit www.bama.co.uk or call 020 7828 5111.
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