{"id":583,"date":"2014-04-03T07:54:50","date_gmt":"2014-04-03T14:54:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/?p=583"},"modified":"2023-11-05T13:13:45","modified_gmt":"2023-11-05T21:13:45","slug":"ohsa-guidelines-for-storing-flammable-liquids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/ohsa-guidelines-for-storing-flammable-liquids\/","title":{"rendered":"OSHA Guidelines For Storing Flammable Liquids"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_584\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/material-materials-texture-693593-h.jpg\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-584\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-584 size-medium\" style=\"margin: 5px 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/material-materials-texture-693593-h-300x225.jpg\"  width=\"300\" height=\"225\" \/  alt=\"flammable liquid IBC label\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/material-materials-texture-693593-h-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/material-materials-texture-693593-h.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-584\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Flammable liquid caution signage.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The improper storage of flammable liquids in the workplace creates a dangerous environment for employees. It only takes a single stray spark, ember or source of heat to trigger a fuel-burning fire. In an effort to protect the safety and well-being of employees, the <em>Occupational Safety and Health Administration<\/em> (OSHA) created a set of guidelines on how to properly store flammable liquids.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <em>National Fire Protection Association<\/em> (NFPA), non-home structure fires caused $2.8 <em>billion<\/em> dollars worth of damage in 2012. Each year, dozens of businesses crumble as a result of commercial fires. While some of these businesses bounce back, others are forced to close their doors permanently. Following the OSHA&#8217;s guidelines on flammable liquid storage is the first step towards reducing the chance of a fire in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is a Flammable Liquid?<\/h2>\n<p>The OSHA defines a flammable liquid as: <em>&#8220;any liquid having a flashpoint below 100\u00b0 F (37.8\u00b0C) (except any\u00a0mixture having components with flashpoints of 100\u00b0F (37.8\u00b0C) or higher, the total of\u00a0which make up 99 percent or more of the mixture)(1910.106(a)(19))<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>Safety Can<\/h2>\n<p>One OSHA-approved option for storing flammable liquids is with a safety can. It&#8217;s important to note that only certain types of safety cans are suitable for the storage of flammable liquids. According to the OSHA, it must possess the following features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>5 gallons or less liquid capacity<\/li>\n<li>Spring-closing lid with sprout cover<\/li>\n<li>The ability to relieve internal pressure when exposed to a fire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t assume that a typical flammable liquids can be stored in a typical gas can. Unless it possesses the three elements above, it&#8217;s not allowed for use by the OSHA.<\/p>\n<h2>Storage Cabinet<\/h2>\n<p>Of course, storage cabinets are another OSHA-approved option for storing flammable liquids in the workplace. These cabinets are constructed with fire-resistant materials to protect any flammable liquids stored inside from catching fire.<\/p>\n<p>Under 1910.106(d)(3)(ii)(a), all storage cabinets used to house flammable liquids must possess the following features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Door with a three-point latch system<\/li>\n<li>Double-walled cabinet with 1.5-inch airspace<\/li>\n<li>Joints are riveted or welded<\/li>\n<li>Cabinet is clearly labeled for flammable liquid storage<\/li>\n<li>Door raised a minimum of 2 inches off the bottom to retain spilled liquid within the cabinet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Be sure to check out our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/safety-cabinets\/safety-storage-cabinets.htm\">flammable liquid storage cabinets<\/a> here at <em>AbsorbentsOnline.com<\/em>. Whether you need a small, medium or large-sized cabinet, you can find it here. And you can rest assured knowing that our cabinets fully comply with\u00a0OSHA\/NFPA Code 30.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The improper storage of flammable liquids in the workplace creates a dangerous environment for employees. It only takes a single stray spark, ember or source of heat to trigger a fuel-burning fire. 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