If your business or organization regularly works with, stores, or manufactures chemical products, you’re likely familiar with chemical hazards and proper safety protocol (We’re willing to bet you’ve been through one or two chemical safety courses as part of your training). For those who aren’t as familiar with chemical handling and cooling, it’s important to remember that an important part of safe chemical use is safe storage, Generally, storing hazardous chemicals requires sorting by oxidation (chemical reaction), flammability, toxicity, explosive properties, etc., away from outdoor exposure, and, if applicable, out of reach of children. Safety guidelines also require the use […]
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Chemical Storage: How Should Chemicals Be Stored?
How should chemicals be stored? Many companies purchase, transport and store chemical drums in warm or hot environments. Such chemical storage can be problematic as many types of chemicals are adversely affected by exposure to hot temperature environments. Knowing how to store chemicals safely will prevent costly waste and help keep your operation running smoothly. Harmful Heat During Chemical Storage All organic chemicals are susceptible to thermal degradation and will oxidize over time and in warm environments. Among the more concerning substances that need to be kept cool are: Paint, coatings, epoxy, scale inhibitors, and corrosion inhibitors. Additionally, some drums […]
