Dust Hazard Analysis Self-Check Guide
Many facilities first hear about a Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) during an insurance survey, fire marshal inspection, building permit review, or corporate EHS audit. In many cases, these requests are driven by adopted fire and building codes that reference NFPA combustible dust standards.
If you’re unsure whether a DHA may apply to your facility, this free self-check guide is a practical place to start.
Inside the Guide
This one-page guide helps you:
- Identify the fire code adopted in your jurisdiction.
- Locate the combustible dust section within that code.
- Compare those requirements to your facility’s materials and operations.
- Understand whether it may be appropriate to discuss your facility with a combustible dust specialist.
Download Your Free DHA Self-Check Guide
Complete the form below to receive your copy of the Dust Hazard Analysis Self-Check Guide.
Whether you’re responding to an insurance survey, preparing for an inspection, or simply trying to understand your facility’s obligations, this guide provides a practical starting point.
If, after completing the guide, you’re still unsure whether a DHA may apply to your facility, Sigma-HSE can help. Our team provides Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs), combustible dust testing, and combustible dust consulting to help facilities evaluate combustible dust hazards and determine the most appropriate next steps.
Please note: This guide is provided for informational purposes only and is intended as an initial self-check resource. It does not replace a formal code interpretation by your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or a professional Dust Hazard Analysis.



