How to use chemical storage tanks correctly and safely in summer?

The hot weather and unpredictable thunderstorms in summer pose a serious threat and impact on safety production. In the chemical production area, there are many flammable, explosive, and volatile raw materials, so it is necessary to be proficient in the safe use of chemical storage tanks.

For example, when carrying out chemical tank maintenance operations, it is necessary to prevent poisoning by wearing all safety protection measures such as gas masks, protective gloves, and goggles. The operation inside the tank should be strictly required, with careful replacement and analysis of toxic and harmful gases inside, to prevent contact or breathing of any toxic or harmful substances.

Operators at all positions should operate carefully, and it is strictly prohibited to prevent poisoning caused by material splashing or direct flow to operators. Special attention should be paid to the operation sequence. Key positions should be operated by one person and supervised by one person to avoid accidents caused by illegal operations. Once a chemical storage tank leaks or loses, emergency measures should be taken immediately under appropriate safety precautions to prevent the accident from escalating, and materials and the site should be cleaned up immediately to prevent personnel poisoning.

When loading and unloading materials, be sure to firmly tie the joints, check that the inlet and outlet valves of the chemical storage tank are normal before turning on the conveying pump. Strictly reversing the order may cause local pressure buildup, resulting in material splashing and poisoning accidents. All relevant departments should strengthen patrol inspections to eliminate all phenomena of running, emitting, dripping, and leaking. Especially strengthen the inspection and prevention of weak links in equipment and facilities.

When disassembling or connecting material conveying valves and pipelines, be sure to pay attention to whether the ones that should be closed are closed and whether the ones that should be opened are open. Prevent material leakage from the outside or local pressure buildup that may cause spraying and lead to leakage accidents. In addition, protective measures must be taken for some glass mirrors, vent valves, level gauges, and switch valves on chemical storage tanks to prevent collision, incorrect opening, or damage that may cause leakage accidents.