In ‘Batik’ work, molten wax is applied to fabrics before dyeing them.Some chemicals used in identifying and cleaning fabrics are highly flammable, eg, methylated spirit and acetone.

The solvents are usually highly flammable (hydrocarbons, esters or ketones) but are sometimes non-flammable chlorinated hydrocarbons. This risk assessment also covers paint strippers that use similar solvents.

This guide gives a brief outline of 'The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002'.

It identifies the main elements that employers need to consider to satisfy the requirements of the regulation.

The detail is already built into the MRATs.

 

Small, portable gas fuelled torches used to toast food items, such as meringues and crème brulee. Usually with integral gas cylinders, but may be detachable.