What are safety rules when working with cans?

Read the Instructions

  • Do not spray or discard aerosol cans on or near a fire. Even if the can is empty, it can still explode or cause injury.
  • Never pierce a hole into aerosols since the can might still be pressurized.
  • Keep aerosols in a safe, cool place away from sunlight. Indirect heat can cause the can to explode.

What warning is written on an aerosol can?

Aerosols are pressurised so please remember: That may be flammable or cause injury if you pierce the can. keep aerosols out of the sun and in a cold dry place away from heat. The pressure inside the can increases greatly in the heat and may cause it to burst, causing damage and possibly injuries.

Why do aerosol cans have a warning?

All aerosol cans present a hazard because of the compressed gas used as a propellant. If punctured, the contents may be released so forcefully that injuries can result. In addition, pressurized containers delivered to a landfill present safety concerns during compacting.

How do you handle aerosol cans?

Puncture the can with a commercial puncturing device. Drain and collect the contents, and manage as dangerous waste. Properly label the collection container used to hold the contents. Keep it closed when not in use.

Why is it important not to puncture an aerosol can?

Finally, there is an occupational health hazard associated with using a screwdriver to puncture an aerosol can. There is no filtering source to prevent the release of the remaining product and propellant directly into the atmosphere. This may expose workers to hazardous or toxic materials.

Why are aerosol sprays harmful?

Many aerosol sprays contain highly toxic chemicals like xylene and formaldehyde – yes the same chemical used to preserve anatomical specimens in a jar. These toxic ingredients also include neurotoxins and carcinogens that are extremely hazardous for adults, children and family pets.

Is it safely to open an aerosol can?

Please do not do that! Using a screwdriver as an aerosol can puncturing device is dangerous, for several reasons. Most aerosol cans made of steel or aluminum can be recycled – but only if empty. Otherwise, the EPA may classify it as hazardous waste depending on the original contents.

What happens if you pierce a Pressurised can?

Aerosols are pressurised so please remember: It may be flammable or cause injury if you pierce the can. Keep aerosols out of the sun and in a cold dry place away from heat. The pressure inside the can increases greatly in the heat and may cause it to burst.

What type of hazard is aerosols?

flammable
Aerosols are considered for classification as flammable if they contain any component, which is classified as flammable (i.e., flammable liquids, flammable gases, flammable solids).