Chemical Handling and Storage

Ten Guidelines on Chemical Storage

 * 1. Store chemical by "Class"
 * 2. Follow the labels' direction
 * 3. Handle chemical containers carefully
 * 4. Store chemicals ONLY in stable/safe structure
 * 5. Store chemical in the proper environment
 * 6. Allow sufficient clearances
 * 7. Look for signs of trouble
 * 8. Never return chemicals to containers
 * 9. Use appropriate Personal protective equipment (PPE) and practice good hygiene
 * 10. Know what to do in case of emergency

What to do in an event of chemical accident

 * 1. Move away from the area
 * 2. Ensure to keep others away
 * 3. Sound the alarm or inform the authority or your superior (if at work)
 * 4. Get information in chemical involved (if you can do so SAFELY)
 * 5. Assist with the clean-up if you are authorised to do so and make sure correct PPE is used