Ch 4. - Understanding the Hazards Flashcards
non-bulk packaging
smaller volume; capacity less than 120 gallon
bulk packaging
max capacity greater than 120 gallons
secondary containment
method to control spills if main containment vessel fails
ton containers
contain 2000lbs of product; usually hold compressed liquified gases; common gases=chlorine & sulfur dioxide
fusible plug
pressure relief valve on ton containers
intermodal tanks
shipping and storage vessels; hold btw 5-6k of product; can be either pressurized or non-pressurized; can ship by all modes of transportation
intermediate bulk containers
volumes fall between drums and cargo tanks
FIBC
flexible intermediate bulk container; super sack
RIBC
rigid intermediate bulk container; tote
cargo tank
packaging that is permanently attached to a motor vehicle or doesn’t get removed when unloaded
nonpressure liquid cargo tank
MC-206/DOT 406
low pressure chemical cargo tank
MC-307/DOT 407
chemical cargo tank
MC-312/DOT 412; rings around tank
high-pressure cargo tank
MC-331
cryogenic liquid cargo tank
MC-338