Flammable liquids cause over 43,000 home fires each year resulting in 2,500 injuries and $470 million in property damage. The document defines the differences between flammable and combustible liquids and provides examples of common household items that contain flammable liquids like gasoline, cooking oils, nail polish, and rubbing alcohol which people may be unaware can cause fires if not properly stored and handled. It stresses the importance of understanding labels and safety data sheets of flammable liquids to safely store and prevent fires.

1. Flammable liquid
By Aziz jamali .

2. Every person no idea about flammable liquid
According to estimates by the National Fire Protection Association
Flammable or combustible liquids cause more than 43,000 home fires each year,
Resulting in deaths, 2500 injuries and $470 million in property damage
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3. What is the difference between flammable and combustible liquids?
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The main difference between the two is that flammable liquids can catch fire
and burn easily at normal working temperatures,
whereas combustible liquids require higher than normal temperatures to ignite.
The technical classification of these liquids is based on their flash points.
Example : Gasoline Or Petrol Example Diesel Or Oil

4. Flash Point of Gasoline 4x Faster
When diesel fume only comes into contact with air of 210 °C , it burns

5. Hazard classification for flammable liquids
Class Flash point Boiling point Examples
I-A below 73°F (23°C) below 100°F (38°C) diethyl ether,
pentane, ligroin,
petroleum ether
I-B below 73°F (23°C) at or above 100°F
(38°C)
acetone, benzene,
cyclohexane,
ethanol
I-C 73-100°F (24-38°C) ---- p-xylene
Hazard classification for combustible liquids
II 101-140°F (39-60°C) ---- diesel fuel, motor
oil, kerosene,
cleaning solvents
III-A 141-199°F (61-93°C) ---- paints (oil base),
linseed oil, mineral
oil
III-B 200°F (93°C) or
above
---- paints (oil base),
neatsfoot oil
Hazard classifications
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) hazard classifications for flammable and
combustible liquids are listed below:

6. Common Examples of Flammable
Liquids & Combustible Liquids
Flammable Liquids
 Gasoline
 Ethyl chloride
 Methyl alcohol
 Turpentine/spirit
 Acetone
 Kerosene
 Ethyl acetate
 Benzene
 Pentane
Combustible Liquids
 Diesel fuel
 Cooking oil
 Hydrazine
 Mineral spirits
 Naphthalene
 Cyclohexane
 Hexane
 Propylene oxide
 Formic acid

7. WD – 40 / Contact Cleaner
Mostly Use In Maintenance Department

8.  DANGER:
Extremely Flammable Aerosol. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if
heated. May be fatal if swallowed.
 Prevention:
Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. Do not spray on an
open flame or other ignition source, Due to pressurized container of WD-40
don’t pierce or burn, even after use. Avoid breathing vapors or mists. Use only
outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, Keep away from children.
 Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes.
 Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water.
 Inhalation (Breathing):
Move to fresh air, Give artificial respiration if necessary, if
breathing is difficult, Call physician immediately.
 Storage:
Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to
temperatures exceeding 50°C/122°F. Store in a well-ventilated place.

9. THINNER : Safety, Health And Environmental Information
Highly inflammable, keep container tightly closed, up right and out of reach of
children. Keep away from the source of ignition e.g. cigarette, matchbox, lighter etc.
Protect from extreme of temperature and store in a cool and dry place. Keep away
from food, drink and animal feeding stuff. Wear appropriate safety clothing when
working with solvents, including gloves, safety glasses and a respirator. Solvents are
toxic to skin, lungs and other organic tissue. When using them, you must protect
yourself from inhalation of fumes, ingestion and skin absorption. They can cause
headaches, nausea, tiredness and irritability, difficulty concentrating, clumsiness and
unconsciousness. Vapors can irritate the lungs, nose and throat.
If working inside, open doors and windows to provide ventilation to the space. A
window fan can be used to exhaust vapors from the room.

10. •Keroseneis a flammable liquid which is used in many industries and
homes around the world as a fuel for light heat and power. Kerosene is a non-
corrosive fuel, meaning it's far less dangerous than other types of fuel it's
the most popular choice for off-grid homes , oil-fired boilers. And Also
used for aircraft Jet turbine engine.

11. Storage To safely store and handle flammable liquids, read and
understand their labels and safety data sheets,

12. • House Hold Item
You have a wide variety of flammable liquids under your roof
Most families have no idea about flammable liquid
Did you know these common household items could cause a fire
Look around your house, including under the kitchen and
bathroom sinks
Cooking oils Nail polish
Color Paints Nail Polish Remover
Paint thinner Hair Spray
Furniture polish Hand sanitizer
Rubbing Alcohol Stain removers
Aerosols Spray butane Torch
Turpentine / Spirit Perfume ( Ethyl alcohol )
Ethyl alcohol is a flammable, toxic, colorless liquid present in beer, wine, whiskey,
and all other alcoholic beverages.
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13. Cooking oils are highly flammable and can be hazardous if not used properly. Oils very
on smoke and flash point and it’s key to know the difference between each one. A
flashpoint is the temperature at which an oil creates flammable vapors that when
exposed to heat can cause a fire. For most cooking oils, the flashpoint is 600° F.

14. House Hold Item
Nail polish & remover are made with highly flammable chemicals.
Nail polish typically contains isopropyl alcohol, ethyl acetate and butyl acetate.
Nail polish remover generally consists of acetone, which is so
Combustible that even the vapors alone can catch fire.
Nail Polish Nail Polish Remover