Is there any links to say you need store new air bags in explosive cabinets?

I know used airbags are to be stored in explosive boxes.

https://www.automotivesafetycouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Guidelines-for-Safe-Handling-March-2012.pdf

https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/motoindx.htm - strangely the listed document returns a 404 error

Originally Posted by: martyng1986

Is there any links to say you need store new air bags in explosive cabinets?

I know used airbags are to be stored in explosive boxes.

If you are storing airbags, you may need to register. The Explosives Regulations 2014 do not require premises to be licensed to store air bags and seat belt pre-tensioners as long as less than 5 kg NEQ (net explosive quantity) is kept. That could be 50 devices in total. That can include airbag modules/airbag gas generators/seat-belt pre-tensioners, microgas generators and activators. Sections 21-29 of the Explosives Act stipulates the requirement for the registration of premises for the storage of explosives. Registration with the local authority is renewed annually.

There are two modes of storage for a registered premises.

Mode A: A substantial building (constructed of brick, iron, stone or concrete or an excavation in solid rock) or a securely constructed fireproof safe detached from a dwelling at a safe distance from a street or public place. 

Mode B: A substantial receptacle or safe inside a dwelling house or public room.

• Pyrotechnics, propellant powder and other explosives: Storage of small amounts of explosives and pyrotechnics other than SAA is permitted in Registered Premises under Modes A and B, and details are given in the Act, or in the Guidance Notes on Explosives Legislation from the HSE (INDG 280)
• Both Mode A and Mode B storage must be used exclusively for explosives.  Shelves/receptacles should be lined or covered to prevent exposure of iron, steel, grit etc. to the explosives.
• Any article/substance of highly inflammable nature or any article liable to cause fire or explosion must be kept at a safe distance from the explosives or receptacle/building containing explosives.

Even if you do not require a license, the storage and fitting locations of airbag and tensioning devices should not be located near to oils, paints and other flammable material, areas where hot work, such as welding or brazing, is taking place and electricity cables, sockets, distribution boards etc. These recommendations are stipulated in HSG184 HSE Books 1998 ISBN 0 7176 1598 7. This would lead you to assess your storage with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations (DSEAR).