Pennsylvania Code
Title 34 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Part I - Department of Labor and Industry
Chapter 5 - BLASTING, DEMOLITION, FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES
Subchapter D - EXPLOSIVES
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS
Section 5.95 - Prevention of explosions
Universal Citation: 34 PA Code ยง 5.95
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024
(a) Oil lanterns, open lights, and any work which might generate a spark are prohibited in the vicinity of acid containers, except when necessary to apply heat for thawing purposes, which shall be done under proper supervision. The opening of drums by means of an iron chisel and hammer is prohibited. Suitable wrenches shall be provided.
(b) Localities where such material is stored shall be posted with warning signs calling attention to the danger of bringing open lights into the vicinity.
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