1 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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FIRE PRECAUTIONS
1. From a fire risk point of view, the flammable liquids
used are divided into the following risk classes
II. Risk class
- oil
IV. Risk class
- mineral oils
- lubricants
- anti-freeze
2. The place where oil is being changed must not be
situated in an area where there is danger of explo-
sions or fire.
3. Notices showing that smoking and open flames are
not allowed must be installed there.
4. The receptacles used to catch drained flammable
liquids must be of adequate capacity.
5. Portable fire extinguishers must be available.
6. Oil and oil products should be handled in special
containers, e.g.: metal barrels, drums or cans.
7. Liquid containers must be properly shut and sealed
when stored.
8. The containers should have an air vent. They
should be always be stored with the air vent up and
there must be measures taken to prevent leakage.
9. The containers must be labeled with indelible
inscriptions showing their contents and flammabil-
ity class.
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