Chemical Storage Program Template
Chemical Storage Program
Table of Contents
I.
II.
III.
OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE
DEFINITIONS
RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
Program Manager
B.
Management
C.
Supervisors
D.
Employees
E.
Third Party Contractors
IV.
PROCEDURE
A.
Segregation and Storage of Chemicals According to Hazard Class
B.
Aerosols Storage
C.
Regular Inspection
V.
TRAINING
A.
Employee Training
B.
Training Records
VI.
REFERENCES
A.
Regulatory References
B.
Industry Standard References
VII. APPENDICES
Appendix A Chemical Incompatibility Table
Appendix B Chemical Incompatibility Matrix
VIII. DOCUMENT CONTROL
Chemical Storage Program
for
[Company Name/Location]
I.
OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE
This program contains requirements for practices designed and implemented to
protect [Company Name/Location] employees and the environment from the risks
of hazardous chemicals that are used and stored on company property. This
program is applicable to all employees that are required by the nature of their job
to use and store hazardous chemicals.
The procedures described in this Program are intended to facilitate compliance
with applicable governmental regulations. If there is a conflict between this
Program and a governmental regulation, the governmental regulation will apply
and this Program will be modified. However, all other requirements in this
Program apply even if more stringent than governmental regulations.
II.
DEFINITIONS
Acid – means substances with a pH less than 7.
Base – means substances with a pH greater than 7.
Combustible liquid - means any liquid having a flashpoint at or above 100 deg. F
(37.8 deg. C), but below 200 deg. F (93.3 deg. C), except any mixture having
components with flashpoints of 200 deg. F (93.3 deg. C), or higher, the total
volume of which make up 99 percent or more of the total volume of the mixture.
Liquid, flammable - means any liquid having a flashpoint below 100 deg. F
(37.8 deg. C), except any mixture having components with flashpoints of 100 deg.
F (37.8 deg. C) or higher, the total of which make up 99 percent or more of the
total volume of the mixture.
Flashpoint - means the lowest temperature at which a liquid has a sufficient
vapor pressure to form an ignitable mixture with air near the surface of the liquid.
Oxidizer - means a chemical other than a blasting agent or explosive as defined in
1910.109(a) that initiates or promotes combustion in other materials, thereby
causing fire either of itself or through the release of oxygen or other gases.
Pyrophoric - means a chemical that will ignite spontaneously in air at a
temperature of 130 deg. F (54.4 deg. C) or below.
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III.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
Program Manager
[Responsible Person] shall manage the Chemical Storage Program for [Company
Name/Location]. The Program Manager will ensure that the program is accurate
and up to date and that training records pertaining to this program are maintained
in accordance with the facility Training Plan.
B.
Management
[Company Name/Location] will provide adequate controls, tools, and equipment
to implement the Chemical Storage Program. [Facility Manager Name] or his/her
designee will ensure proper adherence to this Program through regular
inspections.
C.
Supervisors
Supervisors shall themselves support the implementation of this Program by
routinely observing chemical storage within their area of responsibility and
reporting any exceptions to the requirements of the Program to the Program
Manager. They will also insure that their employees are trained to understand and
comply with chemical storage requirements contained in the Program.
D.
Employees
Employees are responsible for complying with all chemical storage requirements
contained in this Program. Employees shall report to their supervisor any
exceptions to Program requirements.
E.
Third Party Contractors
Third Party Contractors are responsible for complying with chemical storage
requirements contained in this Program, and shall insure that their employees
have the necessary training to comply with the Program.
IV.
PROCEDURE
This Program covers those chemicals that require special storage to minimize
serious risk for personal injury and damage to property and equipment. Safe
storage of chemicals begins with the identification of chemicals to be stored and
their hazards. Material safety data sheets (MSDSs) may provide enough
information for safe storage and chemical segregation. There are many published
methods for storing and separating chemicals into compatible families.
A.
Segregation and Storage of Chemicals According to Hazard Class
Chemicals will be segregated and stored according to their hazard class. This
prevents an undesirable chemical reaction from occurring should two or more
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chemicals accidentally mix. Consult sources such as the substance’s Material
Safety Data Sheet for specific storage guidelines.
Hazard Classes:
1. Flammable and Combustible Liquids Storage
Flash point is the lowest temperature at which a liquid can form an
ignitable mixture (vapor) with air. Flammable and combustible liquids
vaporize and form flammable mixtures when containers are left open,
leaks or spills occur, or the liquids are heated. Vapor mixed with air can
ignite with exposure to a spark or a flame. The difference between a
“flammable” and a “combustible” liquid is the ease (temperature) with
which the substance burns or supports burning and is a measure of its
potential hazard. Flammable liquids form flammable vapors at
temperatures below 100° F (38 C). At normal room temperatures,
extremely flammable liquids form vapor below 73° F (23 C). A
combustible liquid is any liquid with a flash point greater than 100° F (38
C) but below 200° F (93 C).
The ability of a chemical to either burn or support burning is a potentially
disastrous physical hazard. Combustion byproduct contaminants are also a
concern because they are different from those of the original flammable
material. Byproducts include fumes, gases, smoke, and dust particles.
The storage of flammable substances requires considerable care and
thought to protect people and property from fire and explosion.
Inappropriate storage can result in hazardous chemical interactions. Keep
flammable materials away from incompatible chemicals.
Flammables will not be stored near the following:
a. Oxidizers such as chlorates, nitrates, perchlorates, permanganates, and
peroxides. They usually do not combust on their own but provide the
oxygen to accelerate the combustion rate of other chemicals.
b. Corrosive chemicals (acids or bases that destructively attack organic
and non-organic material). Common acids include sulfuric acid
(battery acid), hydrochloric acid, and nitric acid. Although acetic acid
and nitric acid are both acids, they are incompatible and require further
segregation. Common alkalis (bases) include ammonium hydroxide,
calcium oxide (lime), sodium hydroxide (lye), and potassium
hydroxide.
c. Materials susceptible to spontaneous heating and/or explosions.
Hydrogen peroxide contacting combustible material can result in
spontaneous combustion.
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d. Substances that react with air or moisture to create heat (water-reactive
materials react with water to release a gas that is flammable or presents
a health hazard). Sulfuric acid is a corrosive that reacts violently with
water, giving off an irritating and toxic fume.
Indoor storage rooms have specific construction and ventilation
requirements. Check local fire codes and other applicable governmental
regulations for additional storage requirements which may be more
stringent.
2. Acids
a. Segregate acids from reactive metals such as sodium, potassium, and
magnesium.
b. Segregate oxidizing acids from organic acid and flammable and
combustible materials.
c. Store acetic acid as a flammable liquid. This is an organic
(carboxylic) acid that will react if it comes in contact with an oxidizing
acid.
d. Nitric acid and hydrochloric acid may be stored in the same area, but
they must be kept in separate storage locations. These can combine to
form chlorine and nitrosyl chloride gases—both are toxic.
e. Segregate acids from chemicals that could generate toxic or flammable
gases upon contact, such as sodium cyanide, iron sulfide and calcium
carbide.
f. Segregate acids from bases.
3. Bases
Segregate bases from acids, metals, explosives, organic peroxides and
easily ignitable materials.
4. Oxidizers
a. Keep away from combustible and flammable materials.
b. Keep away from reducing agents such as zinc, alkali metals, and
formic acid.
5. Cyanides
Segregate from aqueous solutions, acids and oxidizers.
6. Water Reactive Chemicals
a. Store in a cool, dry place, away from any water source.
b. Make certain that a Class D fire extinguisher is available in case of
fire.
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7. Pyrophoric Substances
a. Store in an airtight container.
b. Store in a cool, dry place.
8. Light Sensitive Chemicals
a. Store in opaque containers
b. Store in a cool, dark place.
9. Peroxide Forming Chemicals
Most peroxide forming chemicals are also flammable liquids. Therefore,
store in airtight containers in a flammable storage area.
10. Toxic Chemicals
Store according to the nature of the chemical, using appropriate security
where necessary.
The Chemical Compatibility Table contained in Appendix A is another
resource that may be used as a guide in segregating and storing chemicals.
The chemical incompatibilities identified in the table are not exhaustive.
As a result, it is important to research the properties of the chemicals being
used. Use sources such as (MSDSs) for guidance on chemical
incompatibility. Also, ensure you read the container's label – it should
also have storage guidelines.
B.
Aerosols Storage
Storage of aerosol products shall comply with U. S. National Fire
Protection Association 30B at a minimum.
C.
Regular Inspection
1. Regular inspection of chemical storage at [Facility Name/Location] will
be accomplished in the following manner:
a. Chemical storage inspections will be conducted monthly. (Inspections
may be conducted as a part of monthly safety inspections or other
monthly inspection.).
b. Inspections will be documented.
c. Any improper chemical storage will be corrected immediately
following the inspection.
V.
TRAINING
A.
Employee Training
Each employee who works in areas in which chemicals are stored must be trained
to recognize chemical storage requirements and understand potential hazards
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created by improper storage. Training will include familiarization with the
Chemical Incompatibility Table contained in Appendix A. The training will be in
the form of classroom and/or on-the-job instruction. Training will be conducted
and documented according to the requirements of the [Company Name/Location]
Training Plan. [Responsible Person] is responsible for ensuring employees receive
the training required by the Pipe Marking Program.
Employees must also receive training as required by the Chemical Hazard
Communication Program of [Company Name/Location].
B.
Training Records
Training records will be maintained in accordance with the Training Plan and the
Records Retention Plan.
VI.
REFERENCES
A.
Regulatory References
US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):
1. 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication
2. 29 CFR 1910.106 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
B.
Industry Standard References
U.S. National Fire Protection Association 30B
VII.
APPENDICES
A.
B.
Chemical Incompatibility Table
Chemical Incompatibility Matrix
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VIII. DOCUMENT CONTROL
This Chemical Storage Program shall be reviewed annually, or as needed if
changes to the worksite are made, by [Responsible Person].
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APPENDIX A
Chemical Incompatibility Table
CHEMICAL
KEEP OUT OF CONTACT WITH
Acetic acid
Chromic acid, nitric acid, hydroxyl
compounds, ethylene glycol, perchloric acid,
peroxides, permanganates and other oxidizers
Concentrated nitric and sulfuric acid mixtures,
and strong bases
Chlorine, bromine, copper, fluorine, silver,
mercury
Water, carbon tetrachloride or other
chlorinated hydrocarbons, carbon dioxide, the
halogens
Mercury, chlorine, calcium hypochlorite,
iodine, bromine, hydrofluoric acid
Acids, metal powders, flammable liquids,
chlorates, nitrites, sulfur, finely divided
organic or combustible materials
Nitric acid, hydrogen peroxide
Any reducing agent
Acids
Same as chlorine
Water
Calcium hypochlorite, all oxidizing agents
Sodium
Ammonium salts, acids, metal powders, sulfur,
finely divided organic or combustible
materials
Acetic acid, naphthalene, camphor, glycerol,
glycerin, turpentine, alcohol, flammable
liquids in general
Ammonia, acetylene, butadiene, butane,
methane, propane (or other petroleum gases),
hydrogen, sodium carbide, turpentine,
benzene, finely divided metals
Ammonia, methane, phosphine, hydrogen
sulfide
Acetylene, hydrogen peroxide
Acetone
Acetylene
Alkali metals
Ammonia, anhydrous
Ammonium nitrate
Aniline
Arsenic materials
Azides
Bromine
Calcium oxide
Carbon (activated)
Carbon tetrachloride
Chlorates
Chromic acid and
chromium trioxide
Chlorine
Chlorine dioxide
Copper
Cumene
hydroperoxide
Cyanides
Flammable liquids
Acids, organic or inorganic
Acids
Ammonium nitrate, chromic acid, hydrogen
peroxide, nitric acid, sodium peroxide,
halogens
Hydrocarbons
Fluorine, chlorine, bromine, chromic acid,
sodium peroxide
Hydrocyanic acid
Nitric acid, alkali
Hydrofluoric acid
Ammonia, aqueous or anhydrous, bases and
silica
Hydrogen peroxide
Copper, chromium, iron, most metals or their
salts, alcohols, acetone, organic materials,
aniline, nitromethane, flammable liquids
Hydrogen sulfide
Fuming nitric acid, other acids, oxidizing
gases, acetylene, ammonia (aqueous or
anhydrous), hydrogen
Hypochlorites
Acids, activated carbon
Iodine
Acetylene, ammonia (aqueous or anhydrous),
hydrogen
Mercury
Acetylene, fulminic acid, ammonia
Nitrates
Sulfuric acid
Nitric acid
Acetic acid, aniline, chromic acid, hydrocyanic
(concentrated)
acid, hydrogen sulfide, flammable liquids,
flammable gases, copper, brass, any heavy
metals
Nitrites
Acids
Nitroparaffins
Inorganic bases, amines
Oxalic acid
Silver, mercury
Oxygen
Oils, grease, hydrogen; flammable liquids,
solids, or gases
Perchloric acid
Acetic anhydride, bismuth and its alloys,
alcohol, paper, wood, grease, and oils
Peroxides, organic
Acids (organic or mineral), avoid friction,
store cold
Phosphorus (white)
Air, oxygen, alkalis, reducing agents
Potassium
Carbon tetrachloride, carbon dioxide, water
Potassium chlorate and Sulfuric and other acids
perchlorate
Potassium
Glycerin, ethylene glycol, benzaldehyde,
permanganate
Selenides
Silver
Sodium
Sodium nitrite
Sodium peroxide
Sulfides
Sulfuric Acid
Tellurides
sulfuric acid
Reducing agents
Acetylene, oxalic acid, tartaric acid,
ammonium compounds, fulminic acid
Carbon tetrachloride, carbon dioxide, water
Ammonium nitrate and other ammonium salts
Ethyl or methyl alcohol, glacial acetic acid,
acetic anhydride, benzaldehyde, carbon
disulfide, glycerin, ethylene glycol, ethyl
acetate, methyl acetate, furfural
Acids
Potassium chlorate, potassium perchlorate,
potassium permanganate (or compounds with
similar light metals, such as sodium, lithium,
etc.)
Reducing agents
APPENDIX B
Chemical Incompatibility Matrix
The chemical incompatibilities shown below are not exhaustive. As a result, it is
imperative that properties of the chemicals being used be determined. Use sources such
as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for guidance on chemical incompatibility. Also
insure you read the container’s label.
Acids
Acids
Acids Alkalis Oxidizers Poisons
Poisons
Water
Organic
Inorganic Oxidizing Organic (bases)
Inorganic Organic Reactives Solvents
Acids
Inorganic
Acids
Oxidizing
Acids
Organic
Alkalis
(bases)
Oxidizers
Poisons
Inorganic
Poisons
Organic
Water
Reactives
Organic
Solvents
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