Static Electricity Flashcards
Has the potential hazard of ignition due to a build-up of static electricity been assessed and precautions taken to eliminate it?
The potential hazard of ignition due to a build-up of static electricity should be
assessed and precautions taken to eliminate
Has all plant and equipment used for handling highly flammable liquids been electrically bonded and earthed, with the bonding and earthing being subject to an annual continuity test?
All plant and equipment used for handling highly flammable liquids must be
electrically bonded and earthed (see ref 34); non-static tools should also be used. Consideration should be given to any additional measures necessary to prevent the build up and uncontrolled discharge of static electricity. Bonding and earthing should be subject to an annual continuity test.
Do trolleys, pump trucks and other wheeled devices incorporate a conductive assembly, including tyres?
Trolleys, pump trucks and other wheeled devices should incorporate a conductive assembly, including tyres.
Where high concentrations of vapours are present, is the use of synthetic clothing and non-conducting shoes avoided to prevent a build-up of static electricity and possible discharge?
Where high concentrations of vapours are present the use of synthetic clothing and non-conducting shoes should be avoided to prevent a build-up of static electricity and possible discharge
Where decanting takes place into a container with a small opening, is a funnel used (or where a hose is used is it of a conducting type)?
Where decanting takes place into a container with a small opening, a funnel should be used. Where a hose is used it should be ensured that the hose is of a conducting type.
Do filling lines terminate as close as possible to the bottom of tanks/containers to reduce the likelihood of static build-up and discharge?
Filling lines should terminate as close as possible to the bottom of tanks/containers to reduce the likelihood of a static build-up and discharge
