When handling gasoline, use safety glasses and make sure it does not come into contact with your eyes. Wash thoroughly if any makes contact with your skin.
Change immediately if gasoline comes into contact with your clothing. (As there is a danger of ignition or burning).
When disposing of cloth, etc. used to wipe up gasoline, pay attention to flames, etc.
Gasoline vapor is dangerous as it may ignite even from a small spark caused by static electricity or plugging in/unplugging an outlet, so make sure to pay attention to the following when handling.
- Eliminate any static electricity that may be stored in someone handling gasoline.
- When storing, always use a container with a lid, keeping it sealed.
- Keep in a well ventilated area where the temperatures are as low as possible.
- Do not use resin containers (plastic, etc.)
Since static electricity stored in gasoline can not escape, the danger of ignition increases. Additionally, even when using metal carrying cans, etc., placing them on insulated items such as cardboard will keep the static electricity contained in the gasoline and is dangerous.
- When transferring gasoline, do so gently to avoid generating static electricity.
- Do not transfer or remove using pumps for kerosene.
- Do not use gasoline drawn from a vehicle or excess gasoline for heaters, etc.
In the unlikely event of a fire, use an appropriate type of fire extinguisher. Applying water is dangerous, as it has the opposite effect of causing the gasoline to scatter, expanding the fire.