Today's Assignment
Learn how to safely store gasoline as an emergency fuel source.
General Information
Gasoline is a flammable liquid with vapors that are heavier than air. If a container is left open, vapors will spill out over the side of the container. If the contents are spilled, the vapors will travel to the lowest point in the area. The vapors can ignite and flash back to the container by a pilot light, spark, et..Gasoline has a flashpoint below 73 degrees F. Gasoline should never be stored inside a building, home or habitable structure. It should be stored only outside the home away from detached garages or in sheds in approved containers designed for that use.
Approved Storage Containers
1 Metal safety cans with self closing lids
2. Metal cans with tight fitting lids, labeled gasoline
3. REd plastic cans taht are made and designed for the storage of gasoline
4, Never store gasoline in a glass container
Gasoline storage amounts
Gasoline is normally stored in 1/2, 1, 1 1/2, 2 1/2, and 5 gallon containers up to a maximum combined amount of 10 gallons in approved containers, 60 gallons can be stored if it is stored in approved containers inside of a flammable liquid storage cabinet approved for that use. Quantities in residential settings shall not exceed amounts necessary for maintenance purposes and operaiton of equipment.
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