Hazardous Materials Storage Compliance Checklist
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Hazard Identification & Inventory
Ensuring all hazardous materials are properly identified, classified, and tracked.
Description of Hazardous Materials Inventory Management Process
Inventory List (Including Chemical Names, CAS Numbers, Quantities)
Total Number of Unique Hazardous Materials Stored
SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Availability (Select all that apply)
SDS Management System
Date of Last Inventory Review
Details of Any Discrepancies Found During Inventory Reviews and Corrective Actions Taken
Storage Area Design & Construction
Verification of the physical layout and construction of the storage area to meet regulatory requirements.
Storage Area Square Footage:
Floor Construction Type:
Describe any flooring coatings or treatments:
Is the area protected from weather exposure?
Minimum Clearance Between Stored Materials and Ceiling:
What construction materials are used for walls and roof?
GPS Coordinates of Storage Area
Containment & Spill Prevention
Assessment of secondary containment and measures to prevent spills and releases.
Secondary Containment Volume (Gallons)
Secondary Containment Material
If 'Other' selected for Secondary Containment Material, please specify:
Absorbent Materials Available?
Types of Absorbent Materials Available
If 'Other' selected for Absorbent Materials, please specify:
Last Absorbent Material Inspection Date
Photo of Secondary Containment Area
Labeling & Signage
Confirmation that all containers and the storage area are properly labeled and signed.
Are all containers properly labeled with the chemical name and hazard warnings?
Are all containers labeled with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) pictograms?
Confirm the wording used on labels adheres to regulatory requirements (e.g., NFPA Diamond, DOT Placards). Provide example if necessary.
Is the storage area clearly marked with appropriate hazard warning signs?
Describe the signage used at the storage area entrance (e.g., 'Hazardous Materials Storage - Authorized Personnel Only').
Number of unlabeled or improperly labeled containers found (if any).
Upload photos of container labels and storage area signage.
Segregation & Compatibility
Verification of proper segregation of incompatible materials to prevent dangerous reactions.
Are incompatible materials physically separated by a distance or barrier?
Are acids stored separately from bases?
Are oxidizers stored away from flammable materials?
What method is used for segregation (e.g., distance, containment, incompatibility chart)?
If 'Other' was selected above, please explain the segregation method.
Is a chemical compatibility chart readily available to employees?
Ventilation & Temperature Control
Assessment of ventilation systems and temperature control measures for hazardous materials storage.
Minimum Air Changes per Hour (ACH)
Maximum Storage Temperature (°C)
Temperature Recording Frequency (hours)
Ventilation System Type
Describe Ventilation System Maintenance Procedures
Exhaust Air Discharge Location
If 'Other' for exhaust discharge location, please specify:
Date of Last Ventilation System Inspection
Emergency Response & Spill Control
Evaluation of emergency response procedures, spill control equipment, and personnel training.
Describe the established emergency response plan for hazardous materials spills.
What spill control equipment is readily available?
Quantity of spill kits available.
Date of last spill response drill.
Describe the procedures for reporting a hazardous materials release to regulatory agencies.
Who is the designated spill response coordinator?
Attach a copy of the current SDS (Safety Data Sheet) index or master list.
Location of spill kit(s).
Training & Documentation
Confirmation of employee training records, compliance documentation, and record-keeping practices.
Number of Employees Trained on Hazmat Storage
Date of Last Hazmat Storage Training
Brief Description of Hazmat Storage Training Content
Copy of Hazmat Training Records (Employee Names & Dates)
Training Method Used (e.g., Classroom, Online, On-the-Job)
Topics Covered in Training (Select all that apply)
Date of Last Training Refresher (if applicable)
Inspections & Audits
Review of inspection records and audit procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.
Date of Last Inspection
Frequency of Inspections (e.g., monthly, quarterly)
Summary of Findings from Last Inspection
Areas Inspected During Last Audit (Select All That Apply)
Corrective Actions Taken (Related to Inspection/Audit Findings)
Date of Completion of Corrective Actions
Upload Inspection/Audit Report (PDF, DOCX)
Audit Performed by:
Regulatory Compliance & Updates
Verification of adherence to relevant federal, state, and local regulations and updates to compliance programs.
Date of Last Regulatory Review
Summary of Regulatory Changes Since Last Review
Applicable Federal Regulations (Select all that apply)
Frequency of Regulatory Updates Review (e.g., Monthly, Quarterly, Annually)
Date of Next Regulatory Review
Review Method (How were regulations reviewed?)
Upload Documentation of Regulatory Review (e.g., meeting minutes, consultant reports)
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