Flammable Liquids Storage & Handling

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Proper handling and storage of flammable liquids is important to eliminate dangers and prevent fires

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Flammable liquids are liquids that have flashpointsat or below 199.4 °F (93 °C)Flashpoint is the minimum temperature at which the liquid gives off vapors in a high enough concentration that it forms an ignitable mixture with the air near the surface of the liquid

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Some examples of flammable liquids include oil, gas, solvents, and kerosene

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Flammable liquids are divided into four categories

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OSHA Flammable Liquid Categories

Category Flashpoint Boiling Point

1 Below 73.4°F (23°C) At or Below 95°F (35°C)

2 Below 73.4°F (23°C) Above 95°F (35°C)

3At or above 73.4°F (23°C) and at or below 140°F (60°C)

4 Above 140°F (60°C) and at or below 199.4°F (93°C)

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Hazards include ExplosionsFires

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Read the manufacturer’s label on the flammable liquid container before use

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It is important that all workers involved in handling flammable liquids understand correct handling and storage requirements

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Flammable liquid storage containers must meet OSHA’s design and construction requirements

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Only store flammable liquids in approved glass, plastic, or metal containers and portable tanks that have vapor tight,

self-closing covers

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OSHA Maximum Allowable Size of Containers and Portable Tanks for Flammable Liquids

Container Type Category 1 Category 2 Category 3 Category 4

Glass or approved plastic

1 pt 1 qt 1 gal 1 gal

Metal (other than DOT drums)

1 gal 5 gal 5 gal 5 gal

Safety cans 2 gal 5 gal 5 gal 5 gal

Metal drums (DOT specifications)

60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal

Approved portable tanks

660 gal 660 gal 660 gal 660 gal

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Safety cansNeed to be an approved container of 5

gal or lessMust have a spring closing lid and spout

cover, which safely relieves internal pressure when exposed to fire

Should have flame arrestors or filters in place

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Flammable liquid storage cabinets must meet OSHA’s design and construction requirements

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Inside storage rooms and warehouses used to store flammable liquids must be designed and constructed to meet OSHA’s requirements

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It is very important not to store or use flammable liquids around an ignition source. Remember, it is the vapors that ignite – not the liquid itself.

In locations where flammable vapors may be present, precautions must be taken to prevent

ignition by eliminating or controlling sources of ignition

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Open flames Lightning Smoking Cutting and welding Hot surfaces Frictional heat

Sources of ignition may include

Sparks (static, electrical, and mechanical)

Spontaneous ignition Radiant heat Chemical and physical-

chemical reactions

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Keep flammable liquid storage areas free of open flames, hot work, smoking, and heat-producing devices

Use flammable liquid containers ONLY for their designated liquid – do NOT intermix containers

Keep flammable liquid containers closed when not in use

Always use the proper cap on containers – never use a rag in place of a lost cap Only store compatible materials in the

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Some safe work practices to help prevent the ignition of flammable liquids include

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If a fire is started, remember, flammables will continue to burn even after the ignition source is removed. Make sure you know and follow your company’s emergency action plan.

Fire control devices, such as small hose or portable fire extinguishers,

must be available at locations where flammable liquids

are stored

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Know your company’s policy on whether or not you are allowed to attempt to put out fires

Only attempt to put out a fire if you are trained and can do so safely

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If not properly handled and stored, flammable liquids can be extremely dangerous. Always store flammable liquids in approved containers and be sure to check product labels

and SDSs to make sure you know the proper precautions for working with

flammable liquids.

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1. Proper handling and storage of flammable liquids is important to eliminate dangers and prevent ______________.

A. SafetyB. FiresC. SmokingD. Flashpoint

2. _______________ is the minimum temperature at which the liquid gives off vapors in a high enough concentration that it forms an ignitable mixture with the air near the surface of the liquid.

A. FlashpointB. Frictional heatC. Boiling pointD. Ignition source

3. Flammable liquids are divided into _______________ categories.

A. SixB. FourC. TwoD. Five

4. It is important that _______________ involved in handling flammable liquids understand correct handling and storage requirements.

A. SupervisorsB. Short service employeesC. ManagersD. All workers

5. Only store flammable liquids in _______________ glass, plastic, or metal containers and portable tanks that have vapor tight, self-closing covers.

A. UnapprovedB. OpenC. PermanentD. Approved

6. Flammable liquid storage cabinets must meet ________________ design and construction requirements.

A. NIOSH’sB. OSHA’sC. ANSID. Your supervisor’s

7. It is very important not to store or use flammable liquids around a(n) ________________.

A. Fire extinguisherB. Storage cabinetC. Ignition sourceD. Safety can

8. Keep flammable liquid containers _______________ when not in use.

A. ClosedB. OpenC. Near ignition sourcesD. Empty

9. Only store ________________ materials in the same room with flammable liquids.

A. IncompatibleB. Heat-producingC. CompatibleD. Explosive

10. Only attempt to put out a fire if you are ________________ and can do it safely.

A. InjuredB. AloneC. UnpreparedD. Trained

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