In the chemical, oil and food industries, many dangerous substances in the form of gases, fumes, liquids, powders or dusts are used or released during the manufacture, processing or storage of common products such as: gases, hydrocarbons, plastics, varnishes, paints, medicines, powders, cereals, cosmetics, glues, etc.
Conditions for an explosion to occur
An explosion can occur when 3 elements come together: