COMPLIANCE requirements for using and storing flammable liquids in the workplace are quite detailed and specific. Unfortunately, the requirements are spread over a number of agencies and multiple ...

EFFECTIVE management of flammable and combustible materials is a critical fire prevention and protection issue. The essence of fire prevention is keeping potential fuel away from ignition sources.

Segregate bases from acids, metals, explosives, organic peroxides and easily ignitable materials. Do not store aqueous sodium and potassium hydroxide solutions in aluminum drip trays. These will ...

Storage inside buildings is orderly. Storage is placed at least 18 inches below fire sprinklers and does not block the flow of water from sprinkler heads. Oily rags and similar materials are stored in ...

Protect flammable materials, solvents and intermediates using Thermo Scientific™ Revco FMS High-Performance Laboratory Refrigerators. These high-performance refrigerators are designed to meet ...

The use and storage of hazardous materials is regulated by the Michigan Right to Know Law, also called the Hazard Communication Standard. The Right to Know Law affects nearly every employee at the ...

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In Danvers, selectmen revoked the flammable-materials storage license held by CAI and Arnel in July, after neighbors loudly protested the town's renewal of the license registration in May. Neighbors ...

Storing items safely is something I didn’t always pay enough attention to, especially when fire safety was concerned. Over time, I learned that even small mistakes in how things are stored can lead to ...