Adriana Davies wrote:
>
> Does anyone have experience with the storage of flares or smoke signals?
> An aviation museum recently contacted me for information about how to
> safely store two new acquisitions: an M6 daytime aircraft emergency smoke
> signal and a flare (approx. 1' long, paper casing with a pull tab).
> Neither have been used.
>
> Other than the general guidelines for safe handling and storage of
> hazardous materials, are there other precautions? Do they need to be
> de-activated? Is this possible without jeopardizing the artifact?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Audrey Yardley-Jones
> Conservation Co-ordinator
> Alberta Museums Association
> 9829 103 Street
> Edmonton, Alberta T5K 0X9
> phone (403) 424-2626
> fax (403) 425-1679
> email: [log in to unmask]

Audrey,
Have they checked with their local military ord. folks and local fire
marshall?  Both should be able to help with risk assessment and
appropriate advise on storage or disposal.  hope this helps.
Linn