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Storage of chemicals

• All chemicals must be pre-approved before bringing them to
site. A chemical approval form must be submitted to the HSE
department with an EU MSDS.

• All chemicals on site must be stored in an agreed area.
Chemicals must be stored as per MSDS environmental
5. Housekeeping and Storage
conditions. Do not store chemicals that are non-compatible or
that could cause a reaction.

• A hard copy of the MSDS for all chemicals must be kept in the
cabinet at all times. All MSDS sheets must be from with the
last 4 years.

• All chemical cabinets must be clearly identified with hazard
signage and ownership signage.
• Keep all chemical cabinets clean and tidy; remove empty
containers as you go. Remember that empty chemical
container need to be disposed of as per MSDS.
• Usage of chemicals on site must be kept to a minimum.
Disposal of chemical must be as per MSDS.

• Never transfer chemicals into different containers. Always
ensure the chemical name and information labels are intact
and legible.

• Ensure when handling chemicals you have the approved PPE
as per MSDS. If in doubt ask your HSE Advisor.

10 Visual Standards | Feb. 2019