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Dangerous Ground: When Common Industrial Materials Transform Your Facility into a High-Hazard Occupancy

About this event

Is your facility properly classified under building code regulations? Many professionals are unaware that the presence of common hazardous materials can fundamentally change a facility's occupancy classification, potentially exposing your organization to safety risks, compliance gaps, and regulatory penalties.

This essential webinar demystifies the complex process of determining Group H (High Hazard) occupancy classification under U.S. model building and fire codes. Our expert presenter will walk you through a systematic three-step approach to accurately classify facilities where hazardous materials are used or stored, helping you navigate the critical thresholds that separate standard occupancy groups from high-hazard designations.

You'll gain practical insights into modern challenges in hazardous materials management, including hazardous materials such as:

  • Combustible dust
  • Modern refrigerant replacement gases

Whether you're designing a new facility, modifying an existing one, or conducting compliance assessments, this webinar provides the knowledge you need to ensure proper building features for occupant safety, facility protection, and emergency response readiness.

Join us to clarify this often overlooked yet crucial aspect of facility safety and compliance.

Hosted by

  • Guest speaker
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    Bradley Silva Reactive Chemistry Business Development Manager @ DEKRA

  • Guest speaker
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    John Wincek Consulting Manager, Process Safety @ DEKRA North America

    John Wincek is a Process Safety Consulting Manager with 30 years of industry experience, including 18 years dedicated to managing all aspects of Process Safety in the Specialty Chemical Manufacturing industry. He has led Process Hazard Studies, conducted Frequency and Consequence Analyses, Layer of Protection Analyses and Chemical Reaction Safety Assessments for facilities around the globe.

DEKRA

On the safe side.

DEKRA is one of the world’s leading expert organizations for safety. With over 48,000 employees in approximately 60 countries, DEKRA provides qualified and independent expert services to ensure safety on the road, at work, and at home.