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  • NFPA 655 : 2017

    Current The latest, up-to-date edition.

    PREVENTION OF SULFUR FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  01-01-2017

    Publisher:  National Fire Protection Association

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    Chapter 1 - Administration
    Chapter 2 - Referenced Publications
    Chapter 3 - Definitions
    Chapter 4 - Handling Solid Sulfur in Bulk
    Chapter 5 - Handling of Liquid Sulfur at Normal Handling
                Temperatures
    Chapter 6 - Handling of Liquid Sulfur and Sulfur Vapor at
                Temperatures above 309 Degree F (154 Degree C)
    Chapter 7 - Fugitive Dust Control and Housekeeping
    Chapter 8 - Training and Procedures
    Chapter 9 - Inspection and Maintenance
    Annex A - Explanatory Material
    Annex B - Dust Layer Characterization and Precautions
    Annex C - Informational References
    Index

    Abstract - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    Describes the size reduction of sulfur and the handling of sulfur in any form. Gives requirements to eliminate or reduce the hazards of explosion and fire inherent in the processing and handling of sulfur.

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    Document Type Standard
    Publisher National Fire Protection Association
    Status Current
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