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Hazards from Aerosols
Objective
EXPLOSIONS
FIRE
MISSILES
Hazardous
Material
Extinguishment of fires.
Containment / control of fires.
Containment of explosion.
Explosion suppression.
Explosion venting.
Consider this!!
Naked flames
Electrical sparks
Impact sparks
Static electricity
Hot surfaces
Ignition Sources
(Specific)
Wet Packs.
Smells of perfume.
MHE accidents / fallen pallets.
Checks before moving pallets.
Manual checks on individual cans.
Loading and unloading wrapping machines.
Fire Protection
Immediately STOP!
Switch off MHE.
Identify leaking cans and remove by
hand.
REMEMBER!
Aerosols are perfectly safe IF handled with
care.
Safe working practices and adherence to safe
working systems are essential.
Do not take risks!
If you are unsure about any situation then
cease work, turn off MHE and seek
guidance.
WORK SAFELY – ALWAYS!
Report all accidents, incidents and near
misses immediately.
Ensure your colleagues are also working
safely and not taking unnecessary risks.
Do not allow the pressure of work to force
you to take short cuts.