Chemical Safety; Fires and Explosions
Online USA
DURATION
4 up to 5 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Introduction
This free online Chemical Safety; fires and explosions course will teach you about the various classifications of fires and explosions, as well as the flammability characteristics of fires, and the types of fire extinguishers.
You will also learn about the anatomy of fire extinguishers, appropriate fire extinguishers for different types of fires, electrostatic ignition and the general design methodology to prevent electrostatic ignition.
This Free Online Course Includes:
- 4-5 Hours of Learning
- CPD Accreditation
- Final Assessment
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Curriculum
In this course, you will learn about fires and explosions, as well as a look at the various modes of heat transfer. The characteristics of flammability, as well as the different classifications of explosions, will also be covered in this course. Then, the course will teach you about the classifications of fires and also look at the different types of fire extinguishers.
Then, this course will teach you about the anatomy of fire extinguishers, and look at what type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for different types of fire. You will also learn about the process of vacuum and pressure purging with impure nitrogen. Lastly, this course will teach you about electrostatic discharge, and the general design methodology to prevent electrostatic ignition.
This course is helpful for learners who want to understand safety for fires and explosions, as well as the various modes of heat transfer. You will also learn about how fires and explosions can be classified and also learn about the flammability characteristics of fire. Begin this course now to understand the anatomy of fire extinguishers, and how they are used in extinguishing fires.
Module 1
Introduction to Fire and Explosions
In this module, you will be introduced to fires and explosions, as well as modes of heat transfer, and also, the characteristics of flammability. You will also be introduced to the various classifications of explosions, the classifications of fire, and the types of fire extinguishers.
Module 2
Prevention of Fire and Explosions
In this module, you will be introduced to the anatomy of the fire extinguisher, as well as vacuum and pressure purging with impure nitrogen. You will also be introduced to electrostatic discharge, and general design methodology to prevent electrostatic ignition.
Module 3
Course assessment
Program Outcome
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
- Discuss the definitions and differences between fires and explosions.
- Identify the different modes of heat transfer through which fire or heat generated can be transmitted.
- Explain the concept of explosions and their classifications.
- Discuss flammability characteristics and parameters involved in fiery explosions.
- Identify the different types of fire extinguishers.
- Identify the appropriate method for the use of fire extinguishers.
- Discuss some problems related to the fire and explosions.
- Explain the various designs to prevent fire and explosions.
- Discuss the impact of streaming current and controlling static electricity.
- Identify the general design methodologies to prevent electrostatic ignition.
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