Chemical mishaps related to improper storage can be the lasting legacy for unobservant companies. Even the most revered and cautious businesses are susceptible to the woes of ineffective storage if they are not meticulous in oversight. Instead of being known for excellence in manufacturing, the reputations of these once renowned entities are forever tarnished by one unfortunate moment. A flammable liquid storage building can preserve your company’s stellar reputation.
We see it all the time. It’s like the once vigilant driver with unblemished driving record. They have never had so much as a speeding ticket. Suddenly, they become a battering ram in a rear-end collision. All those years of perfection are immediately forgotten because of this single lapse in judgment. In just the blink of an eye, their impeccable record is now blemished all because they momentarily looked away from what is important. Maybe they were distracted by the radio or were frantically trying to return a text to an overzealous boss. The reason behind the accident doesn’t matter. All that matters is an accident took place due to their negligence.
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This all-or-nothing mindset when it comes to safe driving is also prevailing in proper chemical storage. Even if you’ve always exercised caution and heeded warnings related to chemical storage, it’s all for naught if you have just one momentary slip-up. Failure to properly store dangerous chemicals can result in fire, explosion, environmental contamination and injury, or even death. Regardless of the outcome, hefty fines and civil penalties will likely befall the responsible party. Hoping for reprieve or an aversion to disaster is about as likely as hoping a fire doesn’t ensue after tossing out a lit cigarette at a gas station. The probability for a conflagration is certainly high.
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Some facilities are like lightning rods for chemicals mishaps. Regardless of the ownership or use, some warehouses and factories just can’t seem to avoid catastrophes related to improper storage. Such is the case at a warehouse in Atlanta, Georgia. A chemical incident at a company that manufactures and stores pool chemicals prompted the closure of I-20 in both directions. A fire quickly ensued, but there was no report of injuries.
Firefighters responded to the BioLab plant in the 1700 block of Old Covington Highway shortly before 6 a.m., authorities said. The warehouse has been the site of several chemical fires over the past 16 years.
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U.S. Hazmat Storage has a line of fire rated and non-fire rated chemical storage warehouses that could safely store differing classifications of hazardous materials. Unique shelving and roll-up ramps allow companies to easily and safely store a wide range of chemicals, such as the ones involved in pool cleaning, in proximity of each other, but never in direct contact. This compartmentalized setting is a great way to safely store chemicals in a consolidated location without interacting with one another. All storage lockers meet standards and regulations set in place by OSHA, the EPA and NFPA. Mechanical ventilation and climate control prevents the breakdown of chemical consistency in properly stored chemicals. A continuous steel grated spill sump containment properly collect spills if they should happen.
Moreover, we offer streamlined storage options that can accommodate any workflow. These lockers are also great for storing IBC totes, pallets and drums. Wide-swinging doors and attached ramps make for an easy storing and removal process. Invest in quality steel protection from U.S. Hazmat Storage today!
