Explosion Prevention & Venting

Explosion relief devices must be designed to an applicable Code or Standard under both O. Reg. 213/07: Fire Code: PART 4 Flammable Liquids And Combustible Liquids: 4.2.9.6. Explosion venting and R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 851: Industrial Establishments: Section 22 Fire Prevention — Protection.

For most designs, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 68 Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting and NFPA 69 Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems are used and augmented with approved suppression systems where required.