TB 30 FIRE INVOLVING ORGANIC PEROXIDES

Question 1

TB 30 FIRE INVOLVING ORGANIC PEROXIDES

The organic peroxides are highly flammable and are classed as “Unstable Materials” in the Fire Code.

The plastic industry uses organic peroxides as catalysts.

Answer 1

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Question 2

TB 30 FIRE INVOLVING ORGANIC PEROXIDES

IF FIRE REACHES THE ORGANIC PEROXIDE, EXPLOSION IS IMMINENT, AND THE AREA MUST BE VERY RAPIDLY EVACUATED BEFORE EXPLOSION OCCURS.

If very small quantities are involved, apply water spray streams from as far a distance as possible, or from an explosion protected location.

Answer 2

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