NIOSHTIC-2 No. 20025377


Supplementing Your Dust Control Equipment with Whole-Plant Ventilation

January 1998

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While various types of equipment are used in bulk material processing plants to control respirable dust, the equipment often doesn't adequately protect workers. One cost-effective way to supplement your existing dust control equipment is to install a whole-plant ventilation system. This article outlines research by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) on using whole-plant ventilation in two mineral processing operations to reduce respirable dust levels. Information also covers how to design a ventilation systems for any bulk material processing plant.

Author(s):Cecala-AB
Reference:Powder and Bulk Eng 1998 Jan 12(1):19-32

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Content Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Mining Division