justrite steel oily waste can, hands-free, self-closing cover, red

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Description Rags and cloths soaked with solvents, thinners, linseed oil, combustible adhesives, and other flammable liquids pose a serious fire risk when improperly discarded. The container’s lid opens to no more than 60 degrees and remains closed when not in use, isolating the contents from fire sources and limiting oxygen to virtually eliminate the risk of spontaneous combustion. Its round construction and elevated base allow for air circulation around the can, dispersing heat and reducing moisture build-up and rusting. The durable steel construction with a powder-coat finish provides chemical resistance. The product comes with a ten-year warranty. Product Summary Dispose of oil-soaked rags: Safely manage and dispose of oil-soaked rags. Prevent fires: Designed to prevent fires caused by stray sparks or spontaneous combustion. Lid design: The lid stays closed when not in use to limit oxygen and isolate contents from fire sources. Air circulation: Round construction and elevated base allow air circulation to disperse heat. Durability: Made of durable steel with a powder-coat finish for chemical resistance. Approval and compliance: Approved by FM, UL/ULC, and TUV, and compliant with OSHA standards. This container provides a safe solution for disposing of oil-soaked rags and other flammable materials, effectively preventing fire hazards in the workplace. Safety and Health - Workplace Solutions Checklist for Dangerous Liquids Question: How can I identify common safety violations in facilities using flammable fuels, solvents, or chemicals? Answer: Glen Carter, Chief Technical Officer at Justrite Manufacturing Co., Des Plaines, IL, provides the following "Quick Checklist" to help safety managers identify and address the most common safety violations related to flammable, combustible, and hazardous liquids. Adhering to this checklist can ensure compliance with OSHA and industry best practices. Storage of Liquids: Observation: Are flammable, combustible, and hazardous liquids stored in open containers? Action: This violates OSHA and Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Ensure all hazardous liquids are stored in functionally closed containers with adequately closed lids. Repair or replace containers as needed. Safety Cans: Observation: Are flammable and combustible liquids stored in unapproved containers? Action: Store these liquids in safety cans approved by Underwriters Laboratories and FM Global. Inspect safety cans to ensure lids operate and close effectively, a flame arrester is present, and they do not leak. Replace any malfunctioning safety cans. Fluid-Soaked Rags: Observation: Are fluid-soaked rags left lying around or not discarded properly? Action: Use UL- and FM-approved oily waste cans and ensure they are emptied each night or at the end of each shift into a safety container located outside the building. Combustible Waste: Observation: Is there other combustible waste in open or overflowing containers? Action: Replace these containers with UL- and FM-approved waste receptacles to enhance fire prevention. Drum Storage: Observation: Are bulk flammable, combustible, or hazardous liquids stored improperly? Action: Ensure EPA compliance by using appropriate spill protection pallets: Indoor Storage: Choose a polyethylene or metal spill pallet based on chemical compatibility. Outdoor Storage: Use a covered pallet to offer spill protection and prevent overflow due to rain. Safety Drum Vents: Observation: Are safety drum vents missing on drums storing flammable and combustible liquids? Action: Install FM-approved safety drum vents to provide emergency pressure venting and vacuum relief, preventing drum crushing due to sudden cooling. Vents are available for both horizontally and vertically stored drums. Self-Closing Faucets: Observation: Are flammable and combustible liquids dispensed from horizontal drums without proper faucets? Action: Use FM-approved self-closing faucets as required by OSHA. Flammable Safety Cabinets: Observation: Are flammable and combustible liquids stored in malfunctioning or modified safety cabinets? Action: Use FM-approved flammable safety cabinets to organize these liquids, increase storage capacity, and ensure safe egress in the event of a fire. Replace any cabinets with malfunctioning doors or modifications. Grounding and Bonding: Observation: Are containers properly grounded or bonded when dispensing Class I flammable liquids? Action: Always properly ground or bond containers to prevent static discharge. By following this checklist, you can address the most common safety violations in the handling of flammable, combustible, and hazardous liquids, significantly improving the safety of your operations.