Regulations contain
specific handling and storage requirements for chemicals depending upon their
hazards.
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HANDLING
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· TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS (TDG)
The employer must ensure that the container used is clearly labeled, appropriate for the substance, strong enough to contain the substance, kept sealed or covered, and stored in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. (General Regulation 91-191, 60)
The employer must ensure that the container used for storing a liquid hazardous substance is supported so that any leakage is noticeable, is placed on a foundation that resists the reaction of the substance, is surrounded by catch-basins of sufficient size to contain the entire contents of the largest container, and has safe access for employees performing inspection. (General Regulation 91-191, 62)
A container that has contained a liquid hazardous substance must be adequately cleaned unless rendered unusable. (General Regulation 91-191, 64)
Only working quantities of hazardous substances may be kept in work areas. (General Regulation 91-191, 69)
The employer must ensure that a substance that may react with other substances to produce a flammable or toxic gas, or other hazardous condition is stored separately from other such substances. (General Regulation 91-191, 67)
HANDLING AND
STORAGE PRACTICES
The employer must designate one or more competent employees to handle and store hazardous substances. Employees involved in the handling, use, storage or disposal of a hazardous substance must be trained in safe work practices and provided with information regarding the identity, nature and hazards of the substance. (General Regulation 91-191, 59)
The employer must ensure that a hazardous substance is stored safely using information available on an MSDS, from the supplier, or another reliable source. (General Regulation 91-191, 66)
An emergency shower or eyewash must be provided in work areas where an employee’s skin may become contaminated. The eyewash or shower must comply with ANSI Z358.1-1990 American National Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment. (General Regulation 91-191, 11)
The employer must ensure that a compressed gas cylinder is used, stored, and handled so as not to endanger health and safety. The employer must use as a guide CGA G-P-1-1991 Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers.
The employer must ensure that a compressed gas cylinder is stored in a well-ventilated storage area where the temperature does not exceed 52oC, with other containers grouped by type of gas, with full and empty containers stored in separate areas, and secure and upright. Only working quantities of hazardous substances may be kept in work areas.
The employer shall ensure that a storage area for compressed gases is prominently posted with the names of the gases stored and with signs prohibiting smoking.
The employer must ensure that a compressed gas cylinder is not rolled on its side, dragged, subjected to rough handling, or lifted by a magnet. (General Regulation 91-191, 76 - 77)
Flammable liquids must be dispensed in a storage room or, if in a work area, subject to the following conditions: separated from ignition sources by a wall or 6 metres of space, in an area where absorbent materials are available for clean-up of small spills, and where ventilation is provided. (National Fire Code, 4.2.8.3)
600 litres of flammable and combustible liquids may be stored outside of storage rooms or storage cabinets in closed containers, of which 100 litres can be highly flammable liquid. (National Fire Code, 4.2.8.2)
Each storage cabinet may hold 500 litres of flammable and combustible liquids, of which 250 litres can be highly flammable liquid. Three cabinets may be located together, groups of cabinets must be at least 30 meters apart. (National Fire Code, 4.2.10.2 - 3)
In a storage room with a two-hour fire separation, up to 10,000 litres of flammable and combustible liquids may be stored. In a storage room with a one-hour fire separation, up to 1,500 litres of flammable and combustible liquids may be stored. (National Fire Code, 4.2.9.1)
TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS (TDG)
Employees who ship and receive dangerous goods must have TDG training and must carry their TDG training certificate at all times. (Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulation, 6.5 – 6.8)
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