The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in "How to Store Chemicals", designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills for the proper handling and storage of chemicals across various industries.

This course aims to ensure that chemical storage practices are aligned with safety regulations, minimize risk of accidents, and protect both personnel and the environment.
Through detailed guidance on classification, labeling, segregation, and storage conditions, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to manage chemicals safely and responsibly.

This training is critical for any organization that deals with hazardous substances and seeks to improve workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Who Should Attend?

• Safety officers and professionals responsible for hazardous material management.
• Warehouse and logistics personnel in chemical-related industries.
• Laboratory technicians and chemical handling staff.
• Facility managers and supervisors in manufacturing or industrial environments.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the fundamental principles of chemical classification and hazard identification.
• Learn proper procedures for chemical segregation and storage.
• Identify the correct storage environments and container types for different chemical categories.
• Recognize essential safety signage, labeling requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Enhance the ability to detect storage risks and implement preventive safety measures.

• Understanding Chemical Properties
  • Differentiating between flammable, corrosive, toxic, and reactive substances.
  • Overview of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
  • Recognizing physical and health hazards of chemicals.
• Principles of Safe Chemical Storage
  • Core rules for storing hazardous substances.
  • Compatibility and segregation fundamentals.
  • Importance of inventory control and record-keeping.
• Chemical Classification Systems
  • Overview of GHS (Globally Harmonized System).
  • Hazard pictograms and their meanings.
  • Identifying hazard classes and categories.
• Labeling and Signage Requirements
  • Essential elements of compliant chemical labels.
  • Use of warning signs and placards.
  • Label maintenance and inspection routines.
• Environmental Requirements for Storage
  • Temperature, humidity, and ventilation controls.
  • Lighting and spill containment systems.
  • Managing storage in indoor vs. outdoor environments.
• Storage Infrastructure and Equipment
  • Suitable shelving, cabinets, and containers.
  • Handling incompatible chemicals safely.
  • Security measures for restricted substances.
• Identifying and Controlling Storage Hazards
  • Common storage errors and how to avoid them.
  • Conducting regular inspections and audits.
  • Managing expired or deteriorated chemicals.
• Emergency Preparedness for Chemical Incidents
  • Requirements for emergency response equipment.
  • Spill containment and cleanup protocols.
  • Evacuation routes and communication procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance and Legal Obligations
  • Key international and national storage regulations.
  • Industry-specific storage compliance guidelines.
  • Documentation and audit readiness.
• Implementing a Chemical Storage Program
  • Developing internal chemical storage policies.
  • Staff training and competency development.
  • Continuous improvement and corrective actions.