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 ...

In the March article, “Your Guide To The Safe Handling Of Flammable Liquids,” we discussed the chemistry of fire and some fire facts about flammable liquids, and concluded with a discussion of both ...

Think plastic containers are safe for storing just about anything? Let's be real, that's a dangerous assumption. Fire safety ...