HEATTREATMENTFORCEREALINSECTCONTROL.docVIP

HEAT TREATMENT FOR CEREAL INSECT CONTROL CHECK LIST GENERAL GUIDELINES - By: Ole Dosland 5/2003 PRIOR TO HEAT-UP Appoint site heat-up planning team (include engineering) with Plant Manager as chairman. Identify specific areas to be heated and make site plan. Determine local heat / air source(s). Identify heat sensitive structures and supports including roofs. If protection or engineering assurances cannot be developed, then abort the heat concept. Identify heat sensitive equipment. Develop protection measures or protect with cool zone. Identify sealing materials needed inside heat zone and outside. Identify air movement plan, circulation equipment, fan placement, type and number. Identify energy source (s) and extension chords to spread out the amp load for air movement. Establish fire protection plan. Check with insurance carrier. Repair damaged doors, windows or other openings that would allow heat to escape. Eliminate major drafts from non-heated areas. Notify Corporate safety, engineering and regional personnel of intent to conduct heat-up. Notify local (city and county) fire and police departments of intent to conduct heat-up. Notify contractors or other persons who may be using the facility so their equipment, materials and supplies can be removed. Use 4 to 6 mil polyethylene sheets to seal off exhaust fans, dust collectors or air make-up systems that exhaust to the outside. Clearly note the ones to be used for de-heating. Remove heat sensitive products or raw materials from heated area. Examples are vitamins, shortenings and some packing materials. Most products are not conducive to heat-treating. Remove pressurized containers and cylinders from heated area. Label the fire extinguishers with proper location for emergency “near by use” during heat treatment. Where possible, remove electronic equipment; any that cannot be removed must be de-energized. Where computer programs are involved, backup copies should be made. Empty all trash, waste and pro