- Nonflammable paints and cleansers should be used whenever possible.
- All flammable liquids must be handled in approved and listed safety cans with a maximum capacity of 5 gallons (19 L), and stored in approved flammable liquids cabinets with the following limitations:
- The combined quantity of Class I and Class II liquids in a cabinet shall not exceed 60 gallons (228 L) and total quantities of all liquids shall not exceed 120 gallons (455 L).
- Class I liquids are defined as having flashpoints below 100 °F (37.8 °C).
- Class II liquids are defined as having flashpoints between 100 °F (37.8°C) and 140 °F (60 °C).
- No more than 3 cabinets shall be allowed on the stage. Approved flammable liquids cabinets are available for rent from the Paint Department if needed.
- Cabinets shall not be located in areas which may impede egress out of the building.
- All liquids shall be clearly labeled and have a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available for review.
- All containers must be capped when not in use.
- When dispensing or transferring Class I liquids, grounding and bondingprovisions for protection against static sparks must be provided.
- Lacquer
- Lacquer shall only be applied by brush or roller when on stage or other interior area. Spraying lacquer on stage or other areas other than permitted, approved paint spray booths is prohibited without a special permit from the local fire authority.
- “No Smoking” signs shall be posted while lacquer is being used.
- Explosion-proof fans shall be used for ventilation and to prevent the accumulation of flammable vapors.
- All other stage operations, including construction, must cease while lacquer is being applied.
- All gas-fired appliances must be shut off.
- Flammable gases such as propane are not allowed on stages without prior approval from the local fire authority.