Explosive atmospheres

Type of item
Visual resources
Country
Francia

French

Description

Any company storing or using combustible or flammable products is at risk of an explosion due to an explosive atmosphere known as Atex. This animated film aims to raise awareness among employees working in Atex environments (dust, gas or vapors) and explains how an Atex explosions occurs, presenting the six conditions necessary to trigger an explosion (known as the explosion hexagon).

Other data

Sector / Industry covered
Sin sector específico
Provider
Provider name (English)
INRS — National institute of research and security
Provider name (Original)
INRS - Institut national de recherche et de sécurité
Type of provider
National OSH Institute
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Gases
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Fire and explosion
Not applicable
Exposure route
Not applicable
Substance Description

Flour dust, wood dust, solvents

Prevention measures
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Target group
Safety officers
Workers