Safe collection of wood waste

Prevention of fire and explosion

Date of publication:
2011
ISBN:
N/A
Series code:
WIS32(rev1)

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This information sheet gives practical guidance to manufacturers and suppliers of wood waste collection systems on how to reduce fire and explosion risks.

Users may also find this information useful when planning or commissioning a new extraction system or to check the adequacy of an existing one. It also contains advice on how to minimise the risk of fire and explosion when using an existing system.

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