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The chemical safety checklist template helps you conduct thorough inspections of chemical handling, storage, and disposal procedures in your workplace. It covers essential compliance areas including proper labeling, personal protective equipment requirements, emergency procedures, and waste management protocols.

When a manufacturing facility faced repeated OSHA citations for improper chemical storage, implementing this structured checklist during weekly inspections helped identify and correct hazardous conditions before they escalated into safety incidents or regulatory violations. According to OSHA, chemical hazards in the workplace require clear communication about identities and hazards to workers, with proper training on handling procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.

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Inioluwa Ademuwagun

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Audit

CHEMICAL STORAGE

Is there an accurate inventory for the chemicals?

Is there a system to control the purchase of chemicals?

Are MSDS Sheets available for the chemicals?

Are chemicals stored safely in the lab?

Are chemicals clearly labelled?

Are incompatible chemicals stored separately?

Are high risk chemicals stored securely with restricted access?

WASTE

Are waste chemicals labelled as waste and stored in a suitable location until final disposal?

Are facilities available for different chemical waste streams ie solid waste, liquid waste?

Are bins clearly marked with their waste stream?

Is there a dedicated sink for acceptable liquid waste?

Are waste chemicals disposed of promptly?

Are records kept of the chemicals disposed of?

CHEMICAL USE

Speak to the supervisor and a member of the lab/ work area

Do personnel know where MSDS documents are kept?

Do personnel understand the hazards associated with their work, good hygiene practice etc?

Can evidence of training in the safe use of chemicals be provided?

Do personnel know what to do in an emergency ie fire, first aid, personal contamination?

Do personnel know what action to take in the event of a chemical spill?

PPE AND SPILL KITS

Are suitable gloves in a range of sizes freely available?

Are suitable goggles and masks freely available?

Are personnel wearing lab coats, gloves etc?

Are chemical spill kits available with instruction on how to use them?

FUME HOODS

Does the Fume Hood have an in-date test sticker affixed to it?

Is the safe working height indicated?

Are all flow meters working?

Are all fume hoods clean and tidy with no evidence they are used for general storage?

Are containers in the fume hood labelled with the date, owner, chemical and associated hazards?

Are vents clear of obstructions?

GASES

Are gases / gas cylinders labelled with their content and the direction of flow if applicable?

Do regulators have in date inspection labels affixed?

Is there a central gas isolation point if bench mounted gas taps are present?

Are instructions displayed on the action to take if a gas is leaking?

HAND WASH FACILITIES

Are hand wash sinks available with a hand wash only sink sign displayed?

Are sinks clean and tidy?

Are paper towels and soap provided?

GENERAL

Are General Lab Rules displayed ie PPE, no eating, drinking?

Is the work area free of electrical equipment that shouldn’t be there?

Are details of the local First Aider provided?

Are appropriate fire extinguishers available and which have been inspected in the last year?

Are fire exits / fire escape routes clear?

Is the area generally clean and tidy with items stored safely?

SUMMARY

Rate the overall safety standard of the lab/ work area

Provide any other observations

Provide any recommendations

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Frequently asked questions

What information should be present in a chemical safety checklist?

A comprehensive chemical safety checklist should include sections for chemical inventory verification, storage compatibility assessment, container labeling compliance, personal protective equipment requirements, emergency response procedures, ventilation system functionality, waste management protocols, and staff training documentation.

How often should chemical safety inspections be conducted?

Chemical safety inspections should be regular, with frequency determined by your workplace risk level. High-risk environments may require weekly checks, while quarterly inspections might suffice for lower-risk settings. Always conduct additional inspections after incidents, near-misses, or when introducing new chemicals.

How can I customize this chemical safety checklist for my specific workplace?

You can customize this checklist by reviewing your chemical inventory, identifying industry-specific hazards, incorporating relevant regulatory requirements, and adding sections for specialized equipment or processes. Lumiform’s digital platform allows you to easily adapt the template to your unique needs.

Inioluwa Ademuwagun

Inioluwa is a freelance content writer with a passion for words and everything marketing. She has worked closely with B2B SaaS and e-commerce brands creating product-led content. She loves to read fiction and would describe herself as an introverted nerd who desires to travel around the world. She currently doing that with her words till she can with her eyes

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.