Risk of Explosions From Fuel Igniting

Risk Of Explosion:

Possible hazards

Risk of explosion, poisoning and injury
Fuels are highly inflammable and toxic if inhaled. Fuel may cause skin damage. Contact with gasoline fuel, for example, removes the natural oils on the skin. Fuel vapors are explosive, invisible and spread out at floor level. They are toxic if inhaled and have a narcotic effect in high concentrations.

Protective measures/guidelines
- Pay attention to national safety regulations and provisions.
- No fire, sparks, naked flames or smoking.
- Ensure that the place of work is adequately ventilated.
- Never drain or pour in fuels over assembly pits.
- Store drained fuel in suitable and sealed containers.
- Immediately eliminate any fuel which has flowed out.

Conducting work on a vehicle with naked flame
(e.g. welding etc.)
- Prior to commencing such work, remove appropriate parts of the fuel system and seal open fuel lines with plugs.

First-aid measures
- Clean moistened skin with water and soap.
- Change moistened clothing as quickly as possible.
- If fuel gets into the eyes, rinse out eyes immediately with water, and contact a doctor, if necessary.