Safety Precautions for Transportation of Methanol
Sr. No.
Type of Hazard
Safety Precautions
1.
Material of Const. & Testing of tank
Iron or Steel at the time of approval and there every major repair Certificate by competent person.
2.
Statutory Provisions
The petroleum Rules and The Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
3.
Material for Gasket
Compressed Asbestos Fibre (CAF)
4.
Nuts and Bolts
Carbon Steel
5.
Repairs
Purging with inert gas and Certificate. Ficates from competent responsible person. Indicating tank free from flammable gas essential before hot job.
6.
Welding Rods
AWSE - 6013
7.
Tank Fittings
Dip stick muffler for exhaust.
8.
Fire Extinguisher
1 No. foam type
9.
Safety Equipment
PVC suit gum boot face shield or anti splash goggle Rubber / PVC hand gloves, first Aid Box.
10.
Documents
Valid Licence from CCE TREM Card Instruction for Drivers.
11.
Emergency Information panel, to be painted on the tankers.
As per instructions
12.
Handling and storage Precautions.
Store away from heat, ignition source, sparks. Keep away from heat and flame.
Product Specification
Applications
Tests
# Acetone & Ethanol
# Analysis of Acidity
# Analysis of Distillation Range
# Analysis of Water Miscibility
# Analysis of Water Content