Fire and explosion

Handling and storing flammable materials, controlling explosion hazards, hot work management and more.

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Explosion of Mobile Carpet Cleaning Propane-Fuelled Boilers

AL037

Information on propane cylinder and propane-fueled boiler safety requirements.

PUBLISHED: March 2009

Use of Combustible Gas Meters at the Work Site

CH038

***This resource is current to July 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A review of the proper use and calibration of combustible gas meters.

PUBLISHED: July 2010

Managing Hot Work

FEX001

***This resource is current to May 2007.
For information on the current OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A description of hot work as a fire and explosion hazard and direction for performing hot work under the OHS Code.

PUBLISHED: May 2007

Handling and Storage of Flammable Materials at the Work Site

FEX002

***This resource is current to July 2009.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

A complete resource on flammable materials including definitions, associated hazards, worker training, storage, and incompatible substances.

PUBLISHED: July 2009

Appropriate Workwear for Flash Fire and Explosion Hazards

PPE005

***This resource is current to April 2006.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Discusses elements to consider when purchasing fire retardent clothing.

PUBLISHED: April 2006

Safe Work Permits

SH013

***This resource is current to May 2020.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Explains how safe work permits can be used to protect workers and maintain safe working conditions. Provides examples and discusses pros and cons.

PUBLISHED: May 2020

Controlling the Explosion Hazard in Vessels, Tanks and Piping Systems

FEX004

***This resource is current to August 2010.
For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

Outlines safe work procedures for preparing hydrocarbon-containing vessels, tanks or piping systems for hot work, confined space entry or hydrocarbon removal.

PUBLISHED: August 2010

Wildfire smoke

FI007

This publication discusses wildfire smoke as a workplace hazard. Includes information on potential health effects, risks and controls.

UPDATED: August 2024

Working in smoky environments

FI008

This bulletin provides health and safety information regarding exposure risks and hazards when working in smoky environments.

UPDATED: May 2023

Occupational health and safety guide for firefighting

FEX003

***This resource is current to March 2019. For information on the latest OHS requirements, visit OHS website.***

This bulletin describes the minimum standards to which a fire service must comply under occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation.

PUBLISHED: March 2019

Cleaning up burned structures

FI009

This resource provides health and safety information regarding debris cleanup and demolition of structures involved in wildfires.

UPDATED: July 2023