1. EXSO Meeting ad hall (chemical storage etc.)
18th NOVEMBER 2016
J. GULLEY/HSE :

2. SOME REQUIREMENTS Store hazardous chemicals:
at an adequate distance from process areas or other hazardous areas;
away from possible external interference (heat sources, sunlight, flooding etc.…);
with visible, clear and legible marking and/or labelling of entrances, cupboards, containers…;
ensuring suitable ventilation of the storage area/cupboard;
with suitable means for retention in case of a spill (adequate capacity);
with restricted access to a minimum number of designated trained persons;
maintaining an inventory;
defining maximum quantities in a given storage area;
establishing a storage plan;
by hazard category;
in a fire resistant cupboard for flammable liquids, where required by the risk assessment;
with an adequate supply of absorbent material at hand in case of a spill.

3. SOME REQUIREMENTS Other points:
Safety Data Sheets, procedures, work instructions, task sheets…
Chemical fume cupboard
Emergency eye wash
PPE