DBMR Safety

Storage

General requirements

  • Access to hazardous substances must be restricted
  • Separate storage of liquids and solids
  • No over head storage (risk of injury – eyes!)
  • Liquids in (big enough) collecting tubs
  • Flammables in fire-proof, ventilated cupboards,
  • Max. 5L tanks
  • Corrosives in ventilated cupboards. Acids and bases in separate collecting tubs
  • Only storage of absolutely necessary amounts of hazardous chemicals in the lab – NO STOCKING!