Routine maintenance of rigid IBCs

The routine performance on metal, rigid plastics or composite IBCs of operations such as: (a) Cleaning; (b) Removal and reinstallation or replacement of body closures (including associated gaskets), or of service equipment, conforming to the original manufacturer’s specifications, provided that the leaktightness of the IBC is verified; or (c) Restoration of structural equipment not directly performing a dangerous goods containment or discharge pressure retention function so as to conform to the design type (e.g. the straightening of legs or lifting attachments), provided that the containment function of the IBC is not affected.