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SECTION
6: Flammable Liquids
Flammable and combustible liquids should be stored in
only certain types of approved containers. Containers used by the manufacturers
of flammable and combustible liquids generally meet these specifications.
The type of container needed depends on the quantity
and class of flammable or combustible liquid.
A safety
can is an approved container of not more than 5 gallons
capacity that has a spring closing lid and spout cover. Safety cans are
designed to safely relieve internal pressure when exposed to fire conditions.
A flammable liquid storage cabinet
is an approved cabinet that has been designed and constructed to protect
the contents from external fires.
- Quantities should be limited to the amount necessary
for the work in progress
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No more than 10 gallons of flammable and combustible liquids, combined,
may be stored outside of a flammable storage cabinet unless safety
cans
are used.
- Storage of flammable liquids must not obstruct any exit.
- Flammable liquids should be stored seperately from strong
oxidizers, shielded from direct sunlight, and away
from heat sources.
- Containers must be sealed when not in use.
Control all ignition
sources in areas where flammable liquids are used.
Smoking, open flames and spark producing equipment should not
be used.
Flammable aerosols are in pressurized containers that
may rupture when exposed to fire. As
with flammable liquids, these should be stored in a flammable storage
cabinet.
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