Conference Papers
Mitigation of potential explosive threats continues to spur interest in the blast performance of various types of personnel door systems. Several methods exist to mitigate the hazards associated with door failure in response to an explosive event. These methods include strategic placement of exterior doors on the building layout, strengthening of the door system, and implementation of latching and connection mechanisms to increase the rebound capacity of the door. Interest within the anti-terrorism community has further propelled the development of multiple test standards and design guidance documents that address the methods to reduce the hazards associated with door failure. This paper provides a general overview of blast response characterization of doors, specific failure modes and design deficiencies, door retrofits, and design enhancements that can improve the blast resistance of doors and subsequently reduce the risk of personnel injury during a postulated blast event.
As the biofuels industry continues to expand in support of global decarbonization mandates and objectives, facility owners and developers are being challenged to balance production efficiency, operational reliability, and personnel safety.
As high hazard facilities, biofuels sites should focus on developing a fire protections strategy informed by performance-based analysis so strategies implemented meet the unique challenges found at each facility.
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