1.1 This standard describes properties of methanol, the nature of hazards associated with it and essential information on storage, handling, packing, labelling, disposal of waste, cleaning and repair of containers, selection and training of personnel, personal protective equipment and first aid.
1.2 Attention of the users of this code is directed to the fact that the production, storage, transport, import and export of methanol in India is controlled by the Chief Controller of Explosives of the Government of India under The Inflammable Substances Act, 1952. The statutory regulations are embodied in the Petroleum Rules, 1937 issued by the Government of India.