Transcript Standard 29 CFR Part 1910.106

Flammable & Combustible
Liquids
Standard 29 CFR Part 1910.106
Today’s agenda
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Introduction
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Hazards of flammable and combustible liquids
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Flammable and combustible liquid safety
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Emergency response procedures
– Fire
– Spills
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Conclusion
What are flammable and combustible liquids?
• Flammable liquids: Liquids that
have a flash point* below 100
degrees Fahrenheit. Examples are
gasoline, acetone, toluene and
many other solvents.
• Combustible liquids: Liquids that
have a flash point* above 100
degrees Fahrenheit. Examples are:
diesel fuel, mineral spirits and
charcoal lighter fluid.
* Flash Point is the minimum temperature at
which the vapor from the liquid will ignite with
exposure to a flame or other ignition source
Flammable vs. combustible liquids
• Flammable liquids can ignite more easily
than combustible liquids with a spark or
other ignition source. For example:
gasoline is a flammable liquid with a
flash point of approximately -40 degrees
Fahrenheit; diesel fuel is a combustible
liquid with a flash point of approximately
120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• When combustible liquids are warmed,
they start approaching their flash point
and become flammable liquids when the
flash point is reached.
What are the hazards?
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Fire - Flammable and combustible liquids can ignite easily. The
fires are hot and grow with incredible speed.
Explosion - The vapor from liquids can collect in closed spaces
with poor ventilation and explode. Often, the vapor is heavier
than air so it can collect in basements, pits or low points.
Environmental Damage - The liquids can often cause damage
to the environment from spills or improper use or disposal.
Health - Many liquids can cause either temporary damage or
permanent health damage to various parts of the body.
What are the ignition sources?
Ignition sources for flammable and combustible liquids include:
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Smoking materials and open flames
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Welding, cutting and other hot processes
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Arcing and sparking electric equipment and controls
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Static electricity
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Lightning
Storage safety
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Always store combustible and flammable materials in the
designated container
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Keep all containers closed when not in use
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Always keep the labels legible
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Excellent housekeeping is required in storage areas
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Do not store other chemicals with these materials unless
approved by your supervisor
Transfer and use safety
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All ignition sources must be at least 25 feet away
Use required PPE
Turn on and use all ventilation equipment
Bond and ground containers (if required by procedure)
Use approved pumps or spring loaded, self closing valves for
transfer
Always stay in attendance during the transfer
Transfer and use safety
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Clean up spills immediately
Dispose of liquid wet wipes and other refuse in
closed metal waste containers (empty the containers
daily)
Never mix these material with unknown chemicals
Keep the liquids separated from oxygen and other
oxidizers by a fire barrier or 25 feet
Bonding and grounding
Sample grounding clamp
Emergency response procedures
Fire
1. Alert others in immediate risk
2. Activate the facility fire alarm
3. Take safe, defensive actions to control the fire (examples
of defensive actions: close valves, close doors, activate
fire extinguishing systems, etc.)
4. Use a fire extinguisher if it is safe and if you are trained
and authorized to do so
5. Evacuate
Emergency response procedures
Spills
1. Alert others in immediate risk
2. Follow plan to eliminate ignition sources
3. Notify management representatives
4. Take safe, defensive actions to control the spill (examples
of defensive actions: close valves, close doors, position
absorbents ahead of the spilled material, etc.)
5. Take other actions according to training and our
emergency response plan
Conclusion
Flammable and combustible liquids can
present hazards to you, your co-workers
and our facility. You must follow all the
safety rules at all times when working
with combustible and flammable
materials.
For more information
For more information regarding flammable and combustible
liquid safety or other safety issues please contact:
Gregory & Appel Insurance
Mike Salazar, Vice President
Direct: 317-686-6407
Email: [email protected]