Flammable Storage Cabinets FAQ's

Flammable Storage Cabinet FAQ

What are the requirements for a flammable cabinet?

Approved metal storage cabinets will be acceptable. Cabinets shall be labeled in conspicuous lettering, "Flammable-Keep Away from Open Flames." Not more than 60 gallons of Category 1, 2 and/or 3 flammable liquids or 120 gallons of Category 4 flammable liquids shall be stored in any one storage cabinet. 

Are flammable cabinets fireproof?

To help protect your people and facility from a potential fire, industrial safety cabinets are engineered to safely contain flammable fuels, solvents, and chemicals. These fire safe cabinets serve several critical functions: Keep dangerous liquids safely organized and segregated.

What is the purpose of a flammable storage cabinet?

If you are storing certain liquids or materials, these cabinets comply with OSHA and the National Fire Protection Association regulations. Flammable cabinets are used to protect flammable contents for a certain amount of time during fire conditions.

Why do I need a flammable cabinet?

One of the most critical safety reasons for storing flammable chemicals in safety cabinets is that many chemicals can cause explosions in scenarios (such as a fire) in which they are exposed to high heat. Under these circumstances, a flammable safety cabinet can help contain the explosion and minimize its damage.

How do flammable storage cabinets work?

The primary objective of a flammable liquid storage cabinet is to protect its contents from a fire on the outside. If the cabinet is ventilated, a flame, spark or ember could potentially enter the cabinet and set ablaze its contents.

Are flammable cabinets explosion proof?

Cabinets: Explosion Proof cabinets are used to store hazardous substances, such as flammable liquids and chemicals. They have several fire-safety features, such as sturdy steel enclosures for containing explosions and air vents for maintaining safe interior temperature levels.