All operations which include the use of flammable liquids introduce the risk of fire. Such fires are alarming in the rapidity of their growth and their intensity, and plans must be made in advance to deal with them promptly and efficiently. No matter what safety precautions are taken the possibility of fire must be accepted; fires occur in the industry, involving the manufacture, storage, or use of flammable liquids. In most cases, control and extinction by the application of fire-fighting foam is the method of choice, and supplies of foam concentrate must be planned.

Fire fighting foam concentrates are the preferred extinguishing medium for many flammable liquid risks. Foam concentrates are developed and tested to ensure they have excellent storage characteristics but they can be subjected to harsh climatic conditions outside their intended design criteria or be accidentally spoiled due to contamination or by dilution with water.

Significantly, the foam is supposed to perform when called upon during any stage of its operational life, therefore the foam must be tested regularly. Annual testing is essential and is recommended by many international standards as extreme conditions can lead to premature degradation of the concentrate. Thus, accurate and methodological sample testing under controlled laboratory standards and data processing is an integral part of any substantial environment, health, and safety quality assurance plan.

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