Managing risks of storing chemicals in the workplace

This guide is for small to medium business owners who use and store chemicals in the workplace.

This guide describes some of the common health and safety risks of storing chemicals and shows you ways to manage those risks.

It includes:

• a storage checklist for hazardous chemicals
• a detailed chart that shows which types of chemicals to separate and by how far.

If you store swimming pool chemicals make sure they are kept in a cool, dry and well-ventilated space.

If you store flammable liquids make sure you have the right tools for the job.