Flammable Liquid Storage Cabinet | Small & Large Suppliers

These heavy-duty cabinets have a variety of functions and benefits, all based around safety and risk management.

• Protection of cabinet contents against damage - If any packaging containing flammable liquids gets damaged, the problems escalate from there. Flammable liquid leaks out leading to equally flammable vapours, leading to a disastrous fire if those leaks and vapours happen to find a source of ignition. A flammable liquids storage cabinet ensures that packaging doesn’t get damaged. 
• Protection of liquids from contamination - Many business machines rely on flammable liquids to operate smoothly and reliably. But what if that liquid became contaminated? Valuable machines can be damaged costing plenty in downtime and repairs. 
• Separation of incompatible liquids - Some flammable liquids are incompatible when stored together. Segregating liquids in separate cabinets minimises the risk of chemical reactions when volatile liquids inadvertently mix.

They are. Australian Standard AS/NZS 2243, Section 3.3 states that chemical cabinets for the storage of dangerous goods are intended to:

• protect the contents against damage
• provide segregation between incompatible chemicals
• protect the contents from damage
• contain spills
• and, in the case of fire, allow at least 10 minutes for escape of persons or use of firefighting equipment

• What liquids do you need to store?
• What are the hazard ratings of these liquids?
• Are these liquids compatible for single cabinet storage or do you need multiple cabinets?
• Do your cabinets need self-closing doors and trays for liquid spills?

Prices for flammable liquid storage cabinets start as low as $700 for a small, basic unit, but larger units can cost around $7,000. However, most storage needs can be filled for about $2,000.

Not only are these common problems, but they are also potentially very dangerous problems.

• Storing incompatible liquids in the same cabinet 
• Choosing cabinets based on price over the safety of workers
• Overloading cabinet shelving
• Inadvertently placing cabinets near a potential fire source
• Allowing forklifts and other vehicles to operate in close proximity to cabinets 
• Allowing staff to work in close proximity to cabinets
• Not placing cabinets in well-lit areas marked with warning signage

Here are some regular maintenance procedures you should carry out to keep cabinets safe and secure.

• Check cabinets for dents, damage, spills and corrosion
• Check all containers and shelves inside cabinets for any damage or decline
• Check door mechanisms to ensure reliable, firm closing
• Keep areas around cabinets clean and tidy
• Restrict worker access to these areas
• Avoid any vehicle access

There are strict procedures for anyone given access to these cabinets. Make sure you take the time to train all appropriate workers and contractors to keep your workplace safe.