Keeping Hazardous Materials Separate During Storage and Transport
Chemical Storage and Hazardous material shipment require specialized knowledge and capabilities that are not available in other logistics operations. Chemical compounds can be explosive, dangerous to people, or hazardous to the environment, so it is vital that they are stored and transported properly to minimize risk and avoid accidents. Not all chemicals are hazardous, but even less volatile or relatively safe chemicals may require special storage to reduce the risk of leaks, spills, or adverse reactions. Chemical Classifications for Safety and Handling. The various systems used to categorize chemical materials contribute significantly to the complexity of chemical logistics. Numerous regulatory standards apply to hazardous materials storage and hazardous materials transportation to guide businesses that must store and use chemicals. Below are several of the most common. Hazardous Material Storage. To establish safe hazardous materials storage operations, you must first unde