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National Fire Code of Canada 2010 - Containers

5.5.5.2. Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids

1) Except as provided in Sentences (2) and (3), flammable liquids or combustible liquids in a laboratory shall be kept in containers conforming to Subsection 4.2.3.
2) Where Class I liquids are required to be kept in individual containers having a capacity greater than 5 L in a laboratory, such containers shall
a) be safety containers conforming to ULC/ORD-C30, “Safety Containers,” and
b) have a capacity of not more than 25 L.
3) Containers of flammable liquids or combustible liquids shall be kept closed when not in use.

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