GS Textile industries Kenya Limited
P.O. BOX 37379-00100, MACHAKOS, KENYA
CHEMICAL STORAGE/ HANDLING/USAGE AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Purpose:
To create awareness on storage/ handling/usage and disposal of
chemicals safety to prevent workplace people injury, illness and
environmental pollution.
Storage of chemicals
Safely storing chemicals in a laboratory or stockroom requires
diligence and careful consideration. Correct use of containers is critical.
To store chemicals safely, DO the following;
Label all chemical containers fully. We recommend including the
owner’s or user’s name along with the date received.
Provide a specific storage space for each chemical, and ensure
return after each use.
Store volatile toxics and odoriferous chemicals in ventilated
cabinets. Please check with your environmental health and safety
personnel for specific
Store volatile toxics and odoriferous chemicals in ventilated
cabinets. Please check with your environmental health and safety
personnel for specific guidance.
Store flammable liquids in approved flammable liquid storage
cabinets. Small amounts of flammable liquids may be stored in
the open room. Check with your local authority (e.g., fire marshal,
EH&S personnel) for allowable limits.
Separate all chemicals, especially liquids, according to
compatible groups. Follow all precautions regarding storage of
incompatible materials. Post a chemical compatibility chart for
reference, both in the lab and next to chemical storage rooms.
Use appropriate resistant secondary containers for corrosive
materials. This protects the cabinets and will catch any leaks or
spills due to breakage
Procedures for Safety Handling of Chemicals:
1. Identify the chemical before use. Users must know the name of the
chemical they are using.
2. Reed MSDS and understand the hazards before using chemical.
3. Use the chemical required for particular process. Do not substitute.
If the required chemical is less in quantity or completely consumed
inform the supervisor/the chemical handler.
GS Textile industries Kenya Limited
P.O. BOX 37379-00100, MACHAKOS, KENYA
4. Always wear the PPE’s provided. Prevention is batter, easier and
quicker the cure. Replace damaged PP’s immediately.
5. Follow the proper workplace procedures.
6. Maintain and use required safety equipment.
7. Food and beverage are not allowed inside the chemical area.
8. Maintain and used adequate personal decontamination equipment’s.
9. Keep workplace neat.
10. Store Liquid chemicals inside secondary containment
11. Develop an attitude of safety awareness. Remember safety
begins with you.
Disposal of chemicals
It cannot be disposed of in regular trash or in the sewer system. Most
chemical wastes must be disposed of through the EHS Hazardous
Waste Program. To have hazardous waste removed from your
laboratory, do the following:
Store chemical wastes in appropriate containers; plastic bottles
are preferred over glass for storing hazardous waste when
compatibility is not an issue. Segregate chemical waste by
compatibility, and not alphabetically.
Chemical waste containers must be labeled with the following
information:
Full chemical name and quantity of the waste. For mixtures, each
chemical must be listed. Abbreviations, acronyms and ditto
marks ("") to replace words are not allowed, as this does not
comply with The Hazard Communication Standard;
Date of waste generation;
Place of origin (department, room number);
PI's name and telephone number;
Bottle number assigned on corresponding waste sheet; and
The tag or label must have the words: "Hazardous Waste."
A completed Hazardous Waste Information Form must be
submitted to the EHS office (Instructions are on the back of the
form). On this form, please include:
Full chemical name and quantity of the waste. For mixtures, each
chemical and its volume or weight must listed. Abbreviations,
acronyms and ditto marks ("") to replace words are not allowed,
as this does not comply with The Hazard Communication
Standard;
GS Textile industries Kenya Limited
P.O. BOX 37379-00100, MACHAKOS, KENYA
Date of waste generation;
Place of origin (department, room number);
PI's name and telephone number;
A contact name is required to answer any questions or open the
door;
Bottle number (in numerical order) assigned on bottle; and A
speed type or account number.
Send the completed form to the Environmental Health and Safety
Office, Service Building, 1st floor, Location Code 7227. The form
must be received by EHS by Tuesday at noon. Chemical waste
removal will then happen on Thursday of that week. Each
container must be listed separately, tagged and sealed. Leaking
or open containers will not be removed.
The disposal of chemicals by sanitary sewer is only possible with
written permission from EHS. Contact the Director or Chemical
Waste Manager for more information.
Submit a complete list of all chemicals to be disposed of to EHS.
EHS will review and provide written approval on a case by case
basis.
Any change in formulation (volume of chemical, new chemical),
will require a fresh review by EHS.
Disposal of any chemical into the solid waste disposal system is
not allowed.
Note: KNOW THE CHEMICAL YOU USE.
