Publications

Controlling the explosion hazard in vessels, tanks and piping systems

Description

This bulletin presents the importance of following safe work procedures is critical when preparing hydrocarbon-containing vessels, tanks or piping systems for hot work, confined space entry or hydrocarbon removal. Without such preparation, the possibility of a fire or explosion is always present.

Updated

August 1, 2010

Tags
OHS OHS bulletins Occupational Health and Safety fire and explosion hazards fire and explosives piping systems tanks vessels

Title and publication information

Type
Fact Sheet
Extent

11 pages

Frequency

Once

Publisher / Creator Information

Publisher

Employment and Immigration (2008-2011)

Place of Publication

Edmonton

Resource Dates

Date Created

2010-08-01

Date Added

2017-03-08T18:25:24.462266

Date Modified

2010-08-01

Date Issued

2010-08-01

Identifiers

Local Identifier

FEX004 — Fire and Explosives

Usage / Licence

Contact

Contact Name

Alberta Labour

Contact Other

OHS Contact Centre: Edmonton & Surrounding area: 780-415-8690. Throughout Alberta: 1-866-415-8690. Deaf or hearing impaired: 780-427-9999 (Edmonton), 1-800-232-7215 (Alberta).