Earthing; Decommissioning After A Fire; Servicing / Maintenance / Safety Inspection - Holex 90/1200 Manual De Instrucciones

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8. EARTHING

The safety cabinet is provided as standard with an earthing terminal to BGR 132 (D) on
the cabinet roof. In addition the interior of the cabinet must be earthed during emp‑
tying or replenishment work.

9. DECOMMISSIONING AFTER A FIRE

Depending on the duration and severity of the fire an explosive vapour/air
mixture may arise within the interior of any safety cabinet. Before opening
the safety cabinet, extinguish all sources of sparks, naked flames etc. within a
10‑metre radius around the cabinet.
ɽ Inform the fire brigade of the contents of the cabinet and of the delay periods set out
below.
ɽ Do not open the cabinet until approx. 24 hours since the fire was put out, or since six
times the duration of the fire if that is longer.
ɽ Check that the outer surface of the cabinet is cold. If the cabinet is still warm to the touch,
extend the waiting time before opening the cabinet.
ɽ Under all circumstances avoid the use of cutting gear that may generate sparks or that
uses flame cutting.
ɽ When opening the cabinet, have fire extinguishing equipment ready to hand.
ɽ Wear suitable personal protective work wear.
10. SERVICING / MAINTENANCE /
SAFETY INSPECTION
The safety cabinet is a Safety System (in accordance with the EEA Directive 89 / 391, §4
Section 3 Working Area Regulations, §10 Industrial Health and Safety Regulations and
Trade Association Rules BGR 234). Regular inspections are necessary in order to ensure
the protective function in the event of a fire. The Working Area Regulations §4 Section
3 and the Trade Association Rules for Health and Safety BGR 234 / 6.1 require regular
inspections of safety equipment by a qualified person. According to current technolo‑
gy, the inspection interval for safety cabinets is one year.
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