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b)
Provide treatment systems for hazardous
gas release.
c)
Provide cool, dry, well ventilated storage rooms
of noncombustible construction.
d)
Avoid proximity to heat sources; walkways;
elevators; stairways; and heating, ventilating, and air-
conditioning (HVAC) intakes.
e)
Provide restraints on gas cylinders.
8.2.3
Feed Equipment Checklist.
designers include the following:
a)
Follow the chemical manufacturer's recommendations
with regard to material compatibility and selection of system
components in direct chemical contact.
b)
Equip pumps and equipment that handle corrosive
solutions with spray or splash guards to protect personnel
working in the area.
8.2.4
Safety Checklist. Take precautions to ensure adequate
safety by providing the following features in treatment facility
design:
a)
Continuous toxic gas monitors with alarms
b)
Explosive gas monitors and alarms, ventilation
equipment, and other safety devices for flammables such as
special grounding measures, flame and spark arresters, etc. to
ensure a non-explosive environment is maintained and potential
ignition sources are eliminated
c)
Pressure demand self-contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA) for emergency gas release situations
d)
Emergency deluge shower and eyewash facilities
located where easily accessible to those in need
e)
Adequate ventilation
f)
Personal protective apparel such as gloves,
goggles, face shields, aprons, and dust masks
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