Be careful when handling gasoline!
Last updated: July 24, 2019
About the dangers of gasoline
- Gasoline is a substance that evaporates even at a temperature of minus 40 degrees Celsius and ignites even with a small fire source and burns explosively. The container that holds gasoline must be made of a material with a certain strength and its capacity is limited according to fire regulations.
- In particular, do not put gasoline in polyethylene cans for kerosene, as static electricity may cause ignition, which is extremely dangerous.
- Gasoline vapor is heavier than air, so it tends to stagnate and form a flammable atmosphere over a wide area, so there is a risk of ignition due to static electricity generated at a distance or an open flame from a lighter.
About gasoline cans
- Do not place gasoline cans in direct sunlight or high temperatures.
- When handling gasoline cans, be sure to check the safety of your surroundings and stop the engine.
- Bleed the gas before opening the lid of the gasoline can.
- Self-service stations do not allow users to put gasoline in their own gasoline cans.
- When using a gasoline carrying can, read the instruction manual carefully and handle it appropriately.
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Inagi City, Fire Department, Prevention Division Phone: 042-377-7119