Table 2-10. Safety Precautions

TM 1-1500-204-23-3 Table 2-10. Safety Precautions Rules Remarks No Smoking Don't let anyone smoke in the class III supply point. Post NO SMOKING WITHIN 50 FEET Personnel must know that they are in a signs where they can be seen hazardous area. No matches or cigarette lighters Don't let anyone bring matches or lighters in the class III supply point. Don't handle product during electrical storms Stop loading or unloading flammable products during an electrical storm or when there is a threat of one.-. Dispose of waste safely Use only self-closing metal containers for oil- or paint:-soaked waste or rags, and dispose of them each day. Equipment must be explosion-proof Install only explosion-proof electrical equipment: and fixtures in hazardous area. Inspect grounding system Inspect ground wires monthly. Test grounding system annually or when it suffers mechanical damage. Replace or repair faulty equipment. Band and ground equipment Bond and ground pumps, tank vehicles, and storage tanks. Have fire extinguishers handy Place fire extinguishers and other firefighting equipment within easy reach but where they will be safe from a fire. Tend all nozzles constantly while refueling Don't use nozzles with notched handles. If you must use notched-handle nozzles, make sure the notches are modified so that the nozzles must be held open by hand and attended at all times. Try not to spill fuels Clean up spills at once. Repair leaks at once. If needed, replace defective hoses, gaskets, and faucets. Be aware of hazards of fuel vapors Avoid, exposure to fuel vapors for long periods. Make sure work and storage areas are well ventilated. Always wear proper clothing Wear gloves and protective clothing to keep fuels off the skin. Never wear nylon clothing when handling petroleum because high electrostatic charges build up in such fabric. 2-39