Explosive atmosphere
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Description
The video raises awareness that ignition sources should not be used in explosive atmospheres, including when gases are leaching from piping system.
It shows workers in an underground tunnel to repair broken gas supplies. Suddenly, the torch of one of the workers fails. Without thinking, he creates a flame with a lighter. This leads to an explosion because of the leaking gas. The video provides advice on how to work carefully and prevent explosions. It is animated and language-free.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
Excellence and Guarantee for Health at Work — egarsat
Provider name (Original)
Excelencia y Garantía para la Salud en el Trabajo - egarsat
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Type of provider
Tasks covered
Other
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Gases
Hazard - health effects
Fire and explosion
Exposure route
Not applicable
Substance Description
Not substance specific
Prevention measures
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
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Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Target group
Workers