Primary Authority: OSHA 1910.106(e)(6)(ii)
Technical Specifications
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Static Protection: Category 1 or 2 flammable liquids, or Category 3 liquids with a flashpoint below 100°F, shall not be dispensed into containers unless the nozzle and container are electrically interconnected (bonded).
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Safety Cans (§1910.106(a)(30)): An approved safety can is limited to 5 gallons, features a spring-closing lid and spout cover, and is designed to safely relieve internal pressure when exposed to fire.
FAQs
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When is grounding and bonding required for drum pumping?
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It is required whenever transferring flammable liquids with a flashpoint below 100°F (Category 1 and 2) to prevent static discharge from igniting vapors.
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What defines an OSHA approved safety can?
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A safety can must be no larger than 5 gallons and have a spring-closing lid that acts as a pressure-relief valve.
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