flammable or toxic vapors)

Flashlight for visual inspections

PPE: Gloves, goggles, and respirators

Camera or phone for documentation (optional)

Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Chemical-resistant gloves
• Safety goggles or face shields
• Respirators (if required for toxic or vaporized materials)
• Protective suits if inspecting high-risk areas

4.3 Inspection Parameters

1. Storage Area Cleanliness and Organization:
   1. Ensure the area is free of spills, leaks, and chemical residues.
   2. Verify proper labeling of all containers with the material name, hazard class, and date of storage.
   3. Confirm that incompatible materials (e.g., acids and bases, flammables and oxidizers) are segregated.

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2. Condition of Storage Containers:
   1. Inspect containers for:
      • Leaks, cracks, or corrosion
      • Loose or damaged caps, lids, or valves
      • Improper labeling or missing hazard symbols
   2. Isolate and label defective containers as “Do Not Use” and report to maintenance for immediate action.
3. Storage Conditions:
   1. Check that temperature and humidity levels comply with SDS recommendations.
   2. Verify adequate ventilation in storage rooms or cabinets to prevent vapor buildup.
   3. Ensure flammable materials are stored in fire-rated cabinets and away from ignition sources.
4. Equipment Functionality:
   1. Inspect ventilation systems (e.g., exhaust fans and ducts) for proper operation.
   2. Verify the presence and functionality of safety equipment, including:
      • Spill kits
      • Fire extinguishers
      • Emergency showers and eyewash stations
      • Gas detection systems
5. Compliance with Storage Capacity Limits:
   1. Ensure hazardous materials do not exceed the allowable storage quantities.
   2. Verify proper documentation of materials entering and exiting the storage area.

4.4 Post-Inspection Actions

1. Document Findings:
   1. Record inspection results in the Hazardous Material Storage Inspection Log (Annexure 1).
   2. Include details such as date, storage location, observations, and corrective actions required.

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2. Address Non-Compliance:
   1. Report all deficiencies to the Safety Officer and Supervisors immediately.
   2. Initiate corrective actions such as:
      • Isolating defective containers
      • Repairing or replacing faulty equipment
      • Improving storage conditions (temperature, ventilation)
3. Follow-Up Inspections:
   1. Conduct follow-up inspections within 48 hours to confirm corrective actions are completed.

4.5 Reporting

1. Submit inspection reports to the Safety Officer and QA team for review and approval.
2. Maintain inspection records for at least three years for compliance and audit purposes.

5) Abbreviations, if any

• SDS: Safety Data Sheet
• PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
• QA: Quality Assurance

6) Documents, if any

• Hazardous Material Storage Inspection Log
• Corrective Action Reports
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

7) Reference, if any

• OSHA Hazardous Material Storage Guidelines (29 CFR 1910.106)
• NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

8) SOP Version

Version: 1.0

Annexure

Template 1: Hazardous Material Storage Inspection Log

 
 
 
Date
 
Storage Location
 
Inspection Parameters
 
Observations
 
Corrective Actions
 
Inspector Name
 
 
 
DD/MM/YYYY
 
Storage Room 1
 
Leak Detection, Ventilation
 
No Leaks; Ventilation Functional
 
None
 
Inspector Name