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Hazardous Materials Storage Flashcards

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  1. Which NFPA standard specifically regulates the storage of liquefied petroleum gases (LPG)?

    Answer: NFPA 58

    NFPA 58, the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, governs the storage, handling, and use of LP-Gas including propane.

  2. Under NFPA 58, what is the minimum distance an LP-Gas container of 500 gallons water capacity must be located from a building?

    Answer: 10 feet

    NFPA 58 requires a 10-foot minimum separation from buildings for LP-Gas containers with 500 gallons water capacity.

  3. What is the correct action when a fire inspector discovers flammable liquids stored near an electrical panel in a warehouse?

    Answer: Issue a notice to relocate materials and establish a 3-foot clearance

    Flammable materials must be relocated away from electrical panels, which are ignition sources; a minimum 3-foot clearance is required by NFPA 70E and IFC.

  4. What does the NFPA 704 diamond symbol represent when displayed on a storage building?

    Answer: Hazard severity for health, flammability, instability, and special hazards

    The NFPA 704 placard uses a four-quadrant diamond to communicate health, flammability, instability, and special hazard ratings on a 0–4 scale.

  5. When inspecting a storage room for corrosive liquids, which ventilation requirement applies under NFPA 400?

    Answer: Mechanical exhaust ventilation at 1 cfm/sq ft minimum is required

    NFPA 400 requires mechanical exhaust ventilation at a minimum of 1 cfm per square foot of floor area for corrosive liquid storage rooms.

  6. Which type of fire extinguisher is NOT appropriate for use on a Class B flammable liquid fire in a storage area?

    Answer: Water extinguisher

    Water extinguishers are not suitable for Class B flammable liquid fires because water can spread burning liquid and intensify the fire.

  7. A facility stores both chlorine gas and ammonia in adjacent storage rooms. What is the primary inspection concern?

    Answer: Chlorine and ammonia are incompatible and can form explosive chloramines if they mix

    Chlorine and ammonia are chemically incompatible; if they mix, they can react to form highly toxic and potentially explosive chloramine compounds.