No business is immune from noncompliant chemical storage incidents. Every year, thousands of business nationwide find themselves saddled with exorbitant fines due to inadequate storage practices. Now is the perfect time to safeguard employees and customers with fire-rated chemical storage solutions from U.S. Hazmat Rentals. Nearly every business in our economy will come in contact with dangerous chemicals during the course of daily operations. Even food and hospitality industries rely on flammable, but necessary sanitation agents to ensure healthy onsite working conditions. Our hazmat storage for retail stores can alleviate improper chemical storage woes while keeping your business compliant.
Pet Store Receives Hefty Chemical Storage Fines
Our furry four-legged friends aren’t the only products that need cages. Dangerous chemicals pack a powerful bite that can leave exposed customers in quarantine. When it comes to safe and compliant chemical storage, separation is key. Last week, Petco informed employees at its North Andover, Mass. location that it will soon close following fines from OSHA that followed a lengthy investigation that was prompted by employee complaints. After a thorough evaluation of the store, OSHA inspectors found the PetCo “lacked an effective and adequate vermin control program to stop rodents from entering the store.” That’s an ironic statement considering the store specializes in providing pet supplies and live animals that require constant supervision. But that’s probably the least of the store’s concerns following the federal investigation.
Hazmat Storage for Retail Stores Can Prevent Recurring Fines
OSHA also claims store employees were exposed to “electrical hazards by blocking access to electrical panels.” Inspectors also found “chemical hazards related to unlabeled containers of cleaning chemicals and a lack of adequate facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and skin for employees working with corrosive chemicals.” When considering the magnitude of the fines, PetCo is facing a gauntlet of bureaucratic red tape in meeting federal compliance. Temporary hazmat storage for retail stores from Hazmat Rental could’ve given the store more than just a security blanket in protecting employees and customers.
Our fire-rated chemical storage lockers provide superior onsite protection for dangerous chemicals of all classifications. Tough solid steel welds create an impenetrable fortress for both flammable and non-flammable, yet volatile chemicals. Each hazmat storage for retail locker receives our engineer’s stamp of approval with it’s innovative sump containment system. In the event of a spill within the locker, the dangerous chemical can simply and easily pass through our steel grated floor system and into a large sump container. The dangerous chemical can then be removed at the safety and convenience of your workforce.
OSHA Safety Program Can Prevent All Mishaps and Chemical Miscalculations
To ensure continuous onsite protection, OSHA also provides recommended practices for safety and health programs. Remember, knowledge is the most powerful tool in preventing accidents due to improper chemical storage. Working in concordance with all federal regulations, a OSHA health and safety management programs keep your business safe and compliant by underscoring vigilance in the workplace. OSHA’s fundamental practices elaborate upon key components of health and safety into core elements. Consisting of worksheets and checklists, the program provides crucial context for each core component of safety. Through rigorous self-education, employees can adhere to OSHA’s actionable steps to enhance onsite safety. At U.S. Hazmat Rentals, we can also provide guidance and proper storage information to each prospective customer. Contact us today for a free quote and consultation.
