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Gas can Explosions

To: vintage-race@Autox.Team.Net
Subject: Gas can Explosions
From: CLCSF@aol.com
Date: Thu, 2 Oct 1997 22:00:12 -0400 (EDT)
I recently saw a spot on a TV show that discussed the dangers of a static
electricity explosion if you fill an improperly grounded gas can.

I recall that a year or two ago there was an explosion at the pumps at Willow
Springs and they now have very strict procedures.

But with Self Service race gas at Sears Point and no apparent safety
precautions at other tracks, what should we be looking for and what should we
avoid doing.?

Are plastic cans dangerous? Does static electircity come from the wheels of a
wagon ? Should the can always be on the ground when being filled?

Perhaps a few of you engineer types can help us all.

DonSF

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