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KEEP YOUR FAMILY AND HOME SAFE
FROM FLAMMABLE VAPORS
 
 

     

    
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Flammable vapors are very dangerous. You can't see them, but they can cause fires and explosions in homes, basements and garages. Worse, they can cause terrible burns and even death. This guide is specially made for parents and children to use together. It will help make your family and home safe from dangerous flammable vapors.

WHAT ARE FLAMMABLE VAPORS

Flammable vapors come from flammable liquids, like gasoline. These vapors can catch fire very easily - with just one spark. Most of the time, you can't see vapors. But, sometimes you can smell them. Vapors can spread quickly, through small cracks and between rooms. If flammable vapors are release indoors (through a spill, improper use or a container left open) they will build up quickly, spread to a source of ignition and catch fire.

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	Gasoline Furniture polish Propane gas Floor polish Kerosene Disinfectants Lighting liquids Pesticides Cleaning liquids Weed killers Oil-based paints Turpentine Fertilizers Hair spray Mineral spirits Adhesives (glue)  Nail polish remover

THE DO'S AND DON'Ts OF USING AND STORING GASOLINE

HOW TO USE

	DO use gasoline as a motor fuel	DON'T ever use as a cleaner
	Children should never use gasoline.
	Only use gasoline as a motor fuel.
	Never use gasoline to clean or remove things.
	Never use gasoline indoors.
	Never use gasoline to start fires.

HOW TO STORE

	DO store in a container labeled "Gasoline"	DON'T ever store in glass or plastic milk jugs
	Our gasoline is stored in a gasoline container labeled "Gasoline".
	Our gasoline is tightly sealed.
	We never carry or store gasoline in a glass or plastic jug.
	Our gasoline can is not filled right to the top. (The vapor must have room to expand).
	We store gasoline in small amounts and only when we need it.

WHERE TO STORE

	DO store gasoline on high shelves	DON'T ever store near ignition sources
	All of our flammable liquids, including gasoline, are stored away from all ignition sources.
	All of our flammable liquids, including gasoline, are store on a high shelf.
	Our gasoline is stored outside the house, in a shed or detached garage.
	We never store gasoline in the trunk of the car.
	Our gasoline is not stored anywhere near gas appliances.

IGNITION SOURCES

	Anything hot enough to start a fire is an ignition source, from a match to a pilot light. Even an electric switch can cause a spark. All it takes is one little spark to cause a fire if a flammable vapor is near. Check this list of ignition sources to make sure that none are near any flammable liquids:	FLAMMABLE FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW   CAN WATER PUT OUT A FLAMMABLE LIQUID FIRE? Fires caused by flammable vapors are chemical fires. NEVER pour water on a chemical fire, because water will spread the flames. Use only a type B or type A-B-C fire extinguisher to put out a chemical fire. Or, leave the area immediately and call the fire department. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU SPILL GASOLINE ON YOUR CLOTHES? If you spill flammable liquids on your clothing, take off the clothing immediately, air it out right away, then wash it. Remember, even if cloth feels dry, the vapors may still be there, waiting to catch fire. DO YOU KNOW HOW TO CROSS-VENTILATE If you must use flammable liquids other than gasoline indoors, cross ventilate. First, turn off all ignition sources. Second open all windows and doors.
	Pilot lights and burners in: furnaces stoves water heaters clothes dryers gas space heaters
	Electric items: motors switches washers/dryers toasters clothes irons hair dryers, hot curlers curling irons
	Others sources: matches lighters candles fireplaces lanterns space heaters

Remember...NEVER USE GASOLINE INDOORS!

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