Preventing Electrical Fires
General cleanliness of the work area and of electrical apparatus is essential for the prevention of electrical fires. Oil, grease, and carbon dust can be ignited by electrical arcing. Therefore, electrical and electronic equipment should be kept absolutely clean and free of all such deposits.Wiping rags and other flammable wast material must always be placed in tightly closed metal containers, which must be emptied at the end of the day's work.
Containers holding paints, varnishes, cleaners, or any volatile solvents should be kept tightly closed when not in actual use. They must be stored in a separate building or in a fire-resisting room which is well-ventilated and where they will not be exposed to excessive heat or to the direct rays of the sun.
July 5, 2008