subject: Explosive Chemicals - Precautions And Measures Associated With It [print this page] Explosive Chemicals have the potential to release tremendous amount of energy that may cause mass destruction. Explosive Chemicals if not handled with care may explode and prove hazardous for everyone and everything around. Explosive Chemicals are generally classified into two broad categories. Known Explosive Chemicals is the first one. These explosives are specifically prepared for controlled explosions. Bullets, fireworks, TNT, etc. belong to this category. The second category is of Potentially Explosive Chemicals. These chemicals when subjected to heat, friction, mechanical shock, etc. may turn to be explosive.
Explosive Chemicals are used in many industries like paper plants, oil refineries, paint industry, power plants, etc. These Explosive Chemical Compounds can be in any form such as toxic gases, flammable liquids or solids. Explosive Chemicals release enough fumes to cause fire when a source of heat is brought near to them. Explosive Chemicals explode without any heat source when they reach ignition point. Ignition point is the highest required temperature for the chemical to burn. The source of heat can even be in the form of electrical spark. The explosion that occurs may result in death or injury to people, loss of physical possessions and harm to the environment. Proper storage and handling of Explosive chemicals are required to avert fatal accidents.
General Storage Precautions to avoid the dangers associated with Explosive Chemicals
Unknown or unlabeled chemicals should not be stored. One should be aware of the explosive properties they possess.
On the label of the chemical containers, the expiry date of the chemical is mentioned. Chemical should be discarded accordingly before it becomes potentially explosive.
Keep the Explosive Chemicals away from the heat sources such as electrical sparks, direct sun light, cigarette lighters, open flames, etc.
Store the explosive Chemicals in special areas like approved safety cabinets.
Check the containers of the chemicals regularly to detect any leakage or damage to the container.
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