Hazardous and Flammable Materials Handling and Control Procedures

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Control Number: 509.02.01.003 Version: 2.0 Title: Hazardous and Flammable Materials Handling and Control Procedures Page Number: 8 of 12 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Flammable and combustible materials, including aerosols, are required to be labeled “Flammable” or “Combustible” under the federal Hazardous Substances Labeling Act and must be stored and used according to label recommendations and in a way that does not endanger life or property. In medium and close custody facilities, no flammable or combustible materials, including aerosols, will be stored inside a secured perimeter whether in cell blocks, kitchens, administration buildings, medical units, mechanical or industrial shop, etc. (Exceptions may be approved by the facility head as identified in field memorandum.) In addition, all materials labeled “FLAMMABLE”, “COMBUSTIBLE”, “DANGER”, or “CAUTION” will be stored in areas that are inaccessible to inmates. Storage rooms for flammable and combustible materials must:  Be graded to divert spills away from living units or other occupied areas or must be surrounded with curbs or dikes at least six inches (6”) high.  Have either a four inch (4”) sill or a four inch (4”) depressed floor.  Have a ventilation system, either mechanical or gravity flow within 12” of the floor, that provides at least six (6) air changes per hour within the room.  Be protected against tampering or trespassing and shall be kept free of weeds and debris.  Meet electrical code requirements for lighting fixtures and electrical equipment in storage rooms.  Be of fire resistant c onstruction.  Have self-closing fire doors at all openings.  Be locked at all times when not in immediate use. Storage cabinets for flammable and combustible materials must:  Not obstruct access to exits, stairways, and other areas normally used for evacuation in the event of fire or other emergency.  Be secured in accordance with Class A tool storage standards (See SOP 509.02.01.001, Tool Control.)  Be grounded, securely locked, and conspicuously labeled “Flammable Keep Fire Away.”  Not contain more than 60 gallons of Class I or Class II liquids or 120 gallons of Class III liquids. LPG and Compressed Gas LPG and c ompressed gas m ust be stored in a safe, authorized location, outside the facility. The door entering the storage location must be clearly marked “Flammable Keep Fire Away.” Cylinders must be isolated from heat, ignition sources , and combustible materials . Never allow c ontainers to reach temperatures exceeding 125ºF.