WHAT’S AT STAKE?

Workplace have flammable liquids. They include fuel, common cleaning agents, solvents, points, coxes and polishes. Naked flames or burning cigarettes are obvious ignition sources but it can include static electricity generated from electronics including cellphones.

WHAT’S THE DANGER?

Internal combustion engines, whether fueled by gasoline, diesel, propane, natural gas, or other fuels, can act as ignition sources. Examples:

• Stationary engines such as compressors, generators and pumps.
• Mobile equipment or transports such as vans, trucks, forklifts, cranes, well servicing equipment, drilling rigs, excavators, portable generators and welding trucks.
• Contractor vehicles and motorized equipment.
• Emergency response vehicles such as fire engines […]

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