Introduction

Industrial ventilation is a critical component of maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment. This course focuses on the principles, design, and implementation of effective ventilation systems for controlling airborne hazards, improving air quality, and ensuring worker safety. It covers advanced topics, including energy-efficient systems, digital monitoring, and adapting designs to meet future industrial challenges.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the fundamentals of industrial ventilation and its role in workplace safety.
2. Learn to design and optimize ventilation systems to control contaminants.
3. Gain knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
4. Explore energy-efficient and sustainable ventilation solutions.
5. Use advanced tools and technologies for ventilation system design and monitoring.
6. Address future challenges, including smart systems and emerging air quality concerns.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• HSE professionals and industrial hygienists
• Facility managers and engineers
• Mechanical and HVAC engineers
• Operations managers in manufacturing and processing industries
• Compliance officers and safety auditors
• Professionals involved in air quality management and worker safety

Advanced 5-Day Course Outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of Industrial Ventilation

• Session 1: Introduction to Ventilation Systems

  • Objectives and types: local exhaust, dilution, and natural ventilation
  • Overview of air contaminants: gases, vapors, particulates, and aerosols

• Session 2: Principles of Airflow and Contaminant Control

  • Basic principles of airflow dynamics
  • Methods for capturing and containing airborne hazards

• Session 3: Regulatory Requirements and Standards

  • Overview of OSHA, ASHRAE, ACGIH, and international standards
  • Case studies: Ensuring compliance in diverse industries

Day 2: Ventilation System Design Fundamentals

• Session 1: Components of Ventilation Systems

  • Ducts, hoods, fans, filters, and air-cleaning devices
  • Selecting materials and components for durability and efficiency

• Session 2: Designing Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Systems

  • Hood design, placement, and efficiency
  • Practical session: Designing an LEV system for a specific process

• Session 3: General (Dilution) Ventilation

  • Applications, limitations, and design considerations
  • Hands-on exercise: Calculating ventilation rates for dilution

Day 3: Advanced Ventilation Design Techniques

• Session 1: Energy Efficiency in Ventilation

  • Designing for energy conservation and cost reduction
  • Innovations in energy recovery and demand-controlled ventilation

• Session 2: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in Ventilation Design

  • Using CFD tools to optimize airflow and contaminant removal
  • Demonstration: CFD analysis for an industrial scenario

• Session 3: Noise and Vibration Control in Ventilation Systems

  • Identifying sources and mitigating noise and vibration
  • Case studies: Designing quieter, more efficient systems

Day 4: Monitoring, Maintenance, and Sustainability

• Session 1: Ventilation System Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Tools and techniques for measuring airflow, pressure, and contaminants
  • Practical session: Conducting performance tests on a sample system

• Session 2: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

  • Preventive maintenance and addressing common issues
  • Group activity: Diagnosing and solving ventilation system failures

• Session 3: Sustainability and Green Ventilation Solutions

  • Incorporating renewable energy sources and eco-friendly materials
  • Designing systems with a focus on long-term environmental impact

Day 5: Future Trends and Implementation

• Session 1: Smart Ventilation Systems

  • IoT-enabled devices, AI-driven monitoring, and predictive maintenance
  • Exploring trends in automated and adaptive ventilation systems

• Session 2: Adapting to Emerging Challenges

  • Addressing risks from new industrial processes and materials
  • Planning for climate adaptation and extreme weather resilience

• Session 3: Designing Comprehensive Ventilation Strategies

  • Group project: Developing a ventilation plan for a complex facility
  • Integrating ventilation with overall safety and environmental systems

Conclusion and Next Steps

• Certification of completion
• Access to ventilation design software, templates, and resources
• Opportunities to connect with industry experts and peers