There are several types of locations in which it can be extremely dangerous to use any light that has not been specifically designed — and approved — for that kind of location. These are areas where fire or explosion hazards may exist due to the presence of flammable gases, liquids, vapors, dusts, or ignitable fibers or flyings. If you will be using a flashlight in any potentially hazardous location, it is critical that your flashlight be safety-rated for that specific kind of environment. The information in this section will help you choose a lighting tool that’s both safe and effective for your needs. You’ll see that Streamlight makes a variety of lights that are safe to use in the environment in which you will be working.