Is appropriate space provided for safe storage of volatile, flammable, explosive, and other hazardous materials?
Verify that flammable storage cabinets are available for bulk storage of flammable materials. Verify that flammable materials requiring refrigeration are stored in “explosion-proof” refrigerators. • Are incompatible chemicals segregated in storage? Check chemical storage areas. • Are secondary containers used to store hazardous chemicals labeled to identify contents and associated hazards? Verify labeling of secondary containers during inspection. Hazard warning labels may be in the form of words, pictures, symbols, or a combination thereof. • Are sufficient exhaust hoods available to maintain a safe work environment? Survey area during inspection and discuss with laboratory personnel to determine if hoods are checked regularly to ensure proper operation. • Are chemical fume hoods free from excessive storage, which increase risk of hazards and reduce efficiency? Note difference between “in-use” materials and “storage”. • Are procedures in place and followed for the management and dispo
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