Guidelines on storage of hazardous chemicals online
by Mike_B
Ensure all containers of hazardous chemicals are properly labelled with the identity of the hazardous chemical(s) and appropriate hazard warnings. Segregate all incompatible chemicals for proper storage of chemicals by hazard class. In other words, store like chemicals together and away from other groups of chemicals that might cause reactions if mixed. 7 SPECIAL STORAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES WITH SPECIFIC PROPERTIES 38 Toxic chemicals and CMR- substances 41 Gases and aerosols (aerosol packaging) 42 Flammable liquids 44 Flammable solids 45 Pyrophoric/Self-heating substances 46 Chemicals, which emit flammable gases 47 together with water. Most of OSHA’s PELs for Shipyard Employment are contained in – Toxic and Hazardous Substances, and are listed by chemical name. Most of OSHA’s PELs for Construction are contained in – Gases, Vapors, Fumes, Dusts, and Mists, and are listed by chemical name. However, many of these limits are outdated. Read more