AS1940 The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids
AS 1940: The Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids
This Standard provides requirements and recommendations for the design, construction, and operation of installations where flammable or combustible liquids are stored and handled. Separate sections cover minor storage, package storage, storage of liquids in tanks, fire protection, and emergency management. The appendices include requirements for bulk storage of potable alcohols, recommendations for blending plants, and guidelines for non-flameproof fork-lift trucks and vehicles in flammable package stores.
Implications for Owners of Facilities Which Store or Use Flammable or Combustible Liquids
Storing and handling dangerous goods in accordance with standards such as AS 1940 is crucial for compliance with legislative requirements. Even minor quantities of flammable and combustible liquids (e.g., paints, thinners, certain inks, and alcohol) must be stored in approved cabinets, with restrictions on the number of cabinets allowed in a room, school, warehouse, or factory.
To ensure compliance with AS 1940, seek the advice of an accredited AIDGC consultant.
Refer to the list of dangerous goods consultants.