Acts and Regulations

91-191 - General

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Containers for liquid hazardous substances
62An employer shall ensure that a container used for storing a liquid hazardous substance
(a) is supported so that any leakage from the container is noticeable,
(b) is placed on a foundation which resists the reaction of the contents of the container or the contents of other containers,
(c) is provided with overflow pipes which discharge into a safe area,
(d) is surrounded with pits, catch basins or depressions of sufficient size to hold the entire contents of the largest container in the event of a rupture,
(e) is covered with a protective coating to prevent corrosion if not made of non-corrodible material,
(f) is provided with a means of safe access for employees who perform inspection and maintenance duties with respect to the container, and
(g) is not placed above a passageway.