Moving Drums

Sites should always keep the movement of containers or drums to a minimum. Employers should keep this in mind when setting up the site and its operations.

Before opening any drums, employers must make sure that safe work practices are in place. This includes providing the proper equipment. In regard to equipment, employers must ensure the following:

• The equipment consists only of tools that prevent ignition.
• The equipment is free from possible contamination.
• The equipment remains behind any existing barriers of explosion.
• Employees never stand on or work from drums or containers.
• Employees not involved in the operation must remain a safe distance away.
• Employees not involved in the operation must be behind a suitable manmade or natural barrier that will protect them from accidental explosions.

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