Glossary
The following glossary explains terms and abreviations.
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BCGA |
British Compresses Gas Association |
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BS-EN 1127-1:1998 |
Explosive atmospheres. Explosion prevention and protection. Basic concepts and methodology. |
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BS-EN 14470-1 |
Fire safety storage cabinets. Safety storage cabinets for flammable liquids. |
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BS-EN 14470-2 |
Fire safety cabinets - part 2: Safety cabinets for pressurised gas cylinders. |
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BS-EN 60079-10:2003 |
Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres. Classification of hazardous areas. |
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BSI |
British Standard Institute |
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CHIP 3 |
Approved Classifications and Labelling Guide Chemicals (Hazard Informations) |
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COSHH |
The control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 - S.I.2002 No. 2677 |
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COMAH |
Control of Major Accident Hazards. |
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DIN |
German Standard Institute |
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DSEAR |
The Dangerous Substance and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 - S.I. 2002 2776 |
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EN |
European Standards |
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Flash point |
The lowest temperature at which a chemical vapour will ignite from a spark. |
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F90 |
90 Minute Fire Protection - Flammable Materials |
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G90 |
90 Minute Fire Protection - Flammable Gases |
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HSE |
Health & Safety Executive |
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PPG 26 |
Pollution Prevention Guideline 26 - Storage and Handling of Drums and Intermediate Bulk Containers |
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ROSPA |
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents |



