OSHA Flammable Liquid Awareness Training
The OSHA Flammable Liquid Awareness Training course is developed in accordance with OSHA standards, specifically 29 CFR 1910.106, and incorporates guidance from the NFPA 30 (Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code). This training educates workers on the safe handling, storage, and use of flammable and combustible liquids to reduce the risk of fires, explosions, injuries, and property damage in the workplace.
What Are Flammable Liquids?
Flammable liquids are substances with a flash point below 100°F (37.8°C), meaning they can ignite easily at normal working temperatures. Recent data shows that flammable and combustible liquids account for a significant percentage of workplace fires and injuries, resulting in millions of dollars in property damage each year—particularly in warehouse and industrial environments. Improper handling or storage can lead to severe incidents, making proper training essential.
Employer Responsibilities
OSHA requires employers to ensure that employees who handle or work near flammable and combustible liquids are properly trained to recognize hazards and follow safe work practices. Employers must establish proper storage procedures, control ignition sources, ensure correct labeling, and implement spill prevention and emergency response measures. OSHA-compliant training helps employers meet regulatory requirements and maintain a safe workplace.
Course Purpose
The purpose of this OSHA Flammable Liquid Awareness Training is to provide workers with the knowledge needed to identify flammable liquid hazards and apply effective safety controls. The course covers flash points, vapor hazards, static electricity risks, proper storage and transfer methods, spill response, and fire prevention practices, with a strong focus on reducing ignition risks and ensuring compliance.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is suitable for individuals who work with or around flammable and combustible liquids, including:
- General industry employees handling hazardous liquids
- Supervisors and safety officers responsible for OSHA compliance
- Maintenance and operations personnel in industrial facilities
- Warehouse workers storing flammable chemicals
- Contractors and vendors working around hazardous substances
- Emergency response and fire safety personnel
Why Choose This OSHA Flammable Liquid Awareness Training?
- Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106 and NFPA 30 standards
- Provides practical guidance on safe storage and handling practices
- Addresses ignition sources, vapor hazards, and static electricity risks
- Helps reduce fire, explosion, and spill-related incidents
- Promotes a strong workplace safety culture
- Supports regulatory compliance and injury prevention
What You'll Learn
- Understand OSHA requirements for flammable and combustible liquids
- Identify flammable liquid hazards and ignition sources
- Recognize the risks associated with vapors and static electricity
- Apply safe storage, handling, and transfer techniques
- Follow proper spill response and fire prevention procedures
- Improve emergency preparedness and workplace safety awareness
Upon completion of the OSHA Flammable and Combustible Liquids Awareness Training, learners will be able to:
- Understand what flammable and combustible liquids are and how they differ under OSHA regulations.
- Recognize the classifications of flammable and combustible liquids and their associated hazards.
- Explain the concept of flash point and its importance in fire risk.
- Identify hazardous vapors and understand how vapors contribute to fire and explosion risks.
- Identify common workplace ignition sources.
- Understand how static electricity contributes to fire hazards and how to control it.
- Apply proper bonding and grounding techniques during liquid transfer.
- Safely transfer flammable liquids using approved methods.
- Follow workplace procedures for handling flammable liquids.
- Identify proper storage methods, including approved rooms, cabinets, containers, and safety cans.
- Understand allowable storage quantities based on OSHA requirements.
- Apply good housekeeping practices to minimize fire hazards.
- Understand fire control measures and other applicable industry requirements.
- Recognize specialized equipment used for handling and storing flammable liquids.
- Demonstrate basic hazard recognition related to flammable and combustible liquids.