Poisons (Toxics) - hdbk110697

DOE-HDBK-1106-97

Radiological Contamination Control Training

for Laboratory Research

Student's Guide

3.1

Keep flammables by themselves in Underwriters Laboratory (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM)

approved safety cans or cabinets.

3.2

Keep away from heat, sun, flame, and spark sources.

3.3

Separate from oxidizers.

3.4

Use only (UL) or FM approved "explosion safe" or "spark-proof" refrigerators for cold

storage of flammables.

4.0

Poisons (Toxics)

Poisons are dangerous if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. Examples include

phenol and hydrazine.

4.1

Store according to label directions.

4.2

Separate from other hazard classes.

4.3

Keep tightly sealed.

5.0

Oxidizers

Oxidizers are materials that yield oxygen: react with water, fire, flammables, and combustibles.

Examples include inorganic nitrates, permanganates, inorganic peroxides, persulfates, and

perchlorates.

Oxidizers must be stored in accordance with NFPA 45, Standard on Fire Protection for

Laboratories Using Chemicals and NFPA 430, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers.

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