This OSHA Compliant 21-Gallon Oily Waste Can is an essential whenever solvent soaked cloths and wiping rags are used. Rags and cloths soaked with flammable liquids present a serious fire risk when improperly discarded. This waste can's specifically designed, foot-operated lid opens no more than 60 degrees and stays closed when not in use, which isolates its contents and limits oxygen so spontaneous combustion risk is virtually eliminated. Waste can has a rugged, lead-free galvanized steel body with a round construction and flow-through base that dissipates heat.