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Just The FACTS - Safety Containers & Cabinets
(click above to download the PDF of our catalog page)
 The LAW
SAFETY CABINETS: OSHA does not require the use of safety cabinets, unless the total amount of flammable and/or combustible liquids reaches a given amount. You must use proper storage when storing greater than the following quantities of flammables:
- 25 gallons of Class IA liquids in containers
- 120 gallons of Class IB, IC, II or III liquids in containers
- 660 gallons of Class IB, IC, or III liquids in a single, portable tank
SAFETY CANS: All employers are required by OSHA to use safety cans for the dispensing of all transferred flammables. A Safety Can is an approved container, of not more than 5 gallons in capacity, having a spring-closing lid and spout cover and so designed that it will safely relieve internal pressure when subjected to fire exposure.
 The ESSENTIALS
Before you chose a Safety Cabinet or Safety Can, there are several things to consider. Take a few moments to look over your options, and you’ll be able to make the best possible choice for you and your workers.
Cabinet Types
- Flammable Liquid Cabinets
- Paint and Ink Storage Cabinets
- Corrosive and Acid Cabinets
- Pesticide and Poison Cabinets
- Drum Storage Cabinets
Cabinet Colors
- Yellow for flammable liquids
- Red for combustible liquids
- Blue for corrosive liquids
- Green for pesticides and insecticides
- White or Gray for miscellaneous or hazardous waste material
Door Styles
- Manual Doors – Open a full 180°
- Sliding Doors – Glide smoothly on a spring-loaded track for easy, one-handed access
- Self-Closing Doors – Self-latch and self-close to automatically close upon release
Safety Can Types
- Type I Safety Cans – Feature a flame arrestor and self-closing lid
- Type II Safety Cans – The same as Type I, but with a built-in metal pour spout
- Type II DOT Safety Cans – Comply with DOT standards for roadway travel
- Oily Waste Cans – Used exclusively for the temporary storage of oily or solvent-soaked rags
Safety Can Colors
- Red for flammable liquids
- Blue for kerosene
- Yellow for diesel fuels
- Green for oils
Safety Can Construction
- Metal – Common choice for virtually any flammable liquid
- Plastic – Best for acids, caustics and other corrosive materials
- Stainless Steel – Ideal for high-purity solvents
 Q & A
Understanding Safety Cans (pdf)
Codes and Regulations
The Basics of Safety Storage Cabinets
 The SAFETY SOURCE
Conney Safety Products is your single source for all the information you need regarding Safety Containers and Cabinets. Please call our Safety Tech Talk line at 800-462-1947 for answers to all your safety-related questions
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