Abstract

In recent years, chemical plants have experienced several accidents that resulted in fires, explosions, and even loss of life. After investigations, it is sometimes found that the root cause could have been prevented by performing crucial activities, such as grounding the equipment. The lack of knowledge about electrostatic energy itself is one of the major problems in this type of industry. This article presents several measures to mitigate the risks posed by this hidden enemy: electrostatic electricity.

Keywords

electrostatic discharges, sparks, chemical plants, safety