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Firefighter @ fireDIRECT | Fire Protection, Incident Command

A BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion) is a violent rupture of a pressurized container when exposed to extreme heat, causing rapid vapor expansion. These incidents are rare but account for 8-10% of industrial explosions, often leading to fatalities, injuries, and significant property damage. Safety Tip: To prevent a BLEVE, ensure regular inspection, proper ventilation, and temperature monitoring of pressurized containers near heat sources. OSHA's 1910.106 (Flammable Liquids) and NFPA standards emphasize the importance of proper storage, pressure relief systems, and fire protection for.

Kaushik Chakraborty

Instructor Fire and safety of Aircraft and Airport

1mo

Good post

MOHAMED AHMED Q. ALHASHMI

Station Officer | Airport Emergency Services @AbuDhabi Airports | MBA, IOSH, NEBOSH | Incident command | Safety | Fire & Rescue

1mo

Insightful

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