Safe Handling,
Use and Storage of Hazardous Chemicals
Description and Hazard
Solids, liquids and gases capable of catching fire or exploding
in the presence of ignition source.
Flammable liquids have a flashpoint below 37.8°C;
combustible
liquids have a flashpoint of 37.8°C or more.
Examples: white phosphorus, acetone, propane
Basic Safety Practices
- Obtain and read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’s)
for all of the materials you work with.
- Evaluate permeation rate and wear
appropriate gloves
- Prevent hazard from long term storage (peroxides)
- Be aware of all the hazards (fire, explosion, health,
chemical, reactivity) of all the materials you work with.
- Know which of the materials that you work with are flammable
or combustible liquids.
- Avoid or eliminate ignition sources (sparks, smoking,
flames), and hot surfaces when working with flammable or
combustible liquids.
- Store, handle, and use flammable and combustible liquids
in well-ventilated areas.
- Use approved equipment, including labeled safety containers
for flammable and combustible liquids.
- Keep all containers closed when not in use.
- Bond and ground metal containers when transferring flammable
and combustible liquids.
- Make sure fire extinguishers are available, access unobstructed,
straps in place
- Know how to handle emergencies (fires, spills, personal
injuries) involving the flammable and combustible liquids
you work with.
•last updated on
February 15, 2006
Contact the Safety Advisor if you have any safety concerns:
chemsafe@chem.ubc.ca
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HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS INTRO
COMPRESSED GAS
FLAMMABLE & COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
OXIDIZING MATERIAL
TOXIC MATERIAL
CORROSIVE MATERIAL
DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE MATERIAL
FUME HOOD SAFETY
REFERENCES
BC OSH Regulations:
5.27-5.35
Flammable & Combustible Substances
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