Chemical Storage, Use, and Disposal

There are health (toxicity and exposure) and physical (flammability, reactivity, explosivity) hazards associated with chemical use with chemical labeling, handling, storage, and inventory reporting requirements that are mandated by local, state and federal regulations.

• Instructions for Creating Standard Operating Procedures and SOPs for Chemical Hazard Classes (PDF) 
• Life Safety Box
• Chemical Inventory Update information
• Chemical Labeling, Segregation, Secondary Containment and Storage
• Gas Cylinder Storage - Compressed gas cylinders contain hazardous materials. PDF documents with General Use information are also available for compressed gas and cryogenics

For information about disposting of different types of hazardous waste, consult the following links:

• Laboratory Chemical Waste Guidelines
• Get the LEAD Out! - tips for disposing of lead and removing common sources of lead from the lab environment
• Universal Waste Management - Batteries, electronic devices, fluorescent bulbs, aerosol cans, and mercury-containing devices fall under the "UNIVERSAL WASTE" regulations
• Spill Response 
• Hazardous Materials & Waste Inspection Checklist (SUNet ID required) - information to help you prepare for regulatory inspections