Hazardous Materials Handling & Storage Checklist
Complete this hazmat inspection regularly to ensure compliance with hazardous materials regulations. Proper handling and storage prevents chemical incidents, injuries, and environmental releases.
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Frequency: Weekly / Monthly
- Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
- Role: Safety Manager / Environmental Coordinator
- Total Items: 45
- Compliance: OSHA 1910.1200, EPA RCRA, DOT 49 CFR, NFPA 30, UK COSHH
Hazard Communication Program
OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom requirements.
- Written HazCom program current and accessible?
- Chemical inventory list current and complete?
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accessible to all employees?
- SDS for all chemicals on site (none missing)?
- Employees trained on HazCom annually?
- Training provided when new chemicals introduced?
Container Labeling (GHS)
Verify all containers are properly labeled.
- Original containers have manufacturer labels intact?
- Labels include GHS elements (pictograms, signal word)?
- Secondary/workplace containers labeled?
- All labels legible and not faded/damaged?
- Piping systems labeled per ANSI A13.1?
- No unlabeled containers in work areas?
Chemical Storage Requirements
Proper storage of hazardous materials.
- Chemicals stored in designated storage areas?
- Incompatible chemicals segregated?
- Flammables in approved flammable storage cabinets?
- Flammable cabinet doors closed and latched?
- Corrosives stored low and in resistant containers?
- Oxidizers separated from flammables/organics?
- Compressed gas cylinders secured upright?
- Chemicals not stored directly on floor (palletized)?
Secondary Containment & Spill Prevention
Containment systems for hazardous materials.
- Secondary containment provided for bulk storage?
- Containment berms/dikes intact and not cracked?
- Floor drains in containment areas plugged/controlled?
- Spill kits stocked and accessible?
- Spill kit contents appropriate for chemicals used?
- Employees trained on spill response?
- No active leaks or spills observed?
Personal Protective Equipment
PPE for hazardous materials handling.
- Required PPE available for all chemicals?
- Employees using required PPE when handling?
- Chemical-resistant gloves appropriate for chemicals?
- Safety glasses/goggles/face shields available?
- Respirators available and fit-tested (if required)?
- Chemical aprons/suits available for high-risk tasks?
Emergency Equipment
Emergency response equipment for chemical areas.
- Eyewash station within 10 seconds travel?
- Eyewash tested weekly and documented?
- Safety shower available and tested?
- Appropriate fire extinguisher accessible?
- Emergency contact numbers posted?
- Evacuation routes posted and clear?
Hazardous Waste Management
Proper handling of hazardous waste.
- Hazardous waste in proper containers?
- Waste containers labeled 'Hazardous Waste'?
- Accumulation start date on containers?
- Waste not stored beyond time limits (90/180/270 days)?
- Satellite accumulation areas compliant?
- Waste manifests and disposal records maintained?
Related Manufacturing Checklists
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- In-Process Quality Check Checklist
- Daily Preventive Maintenance Walkthrough
- Packaging Line Compliance Checklist