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Chemical Storage and Handling Version #: 2.2 Date Revised: 09/28/2023 Page 2 of 4 Procedure Chemical Cleanup • Chemical spills indoors are cleaned using absorbent mats. • Chemical spills outdoors may be cleaned using absorbent pellet bags or absorbent mats. • All waste gathered during a chemical spill must be placed in the designated container for proper disposal. Use of Strong Taint or Scented Chemicals • When using strong scented chemicals near raw materials, ventilation must be used and not pose a contamination risk to product. Incoming Chemicals The following procedure must be followed to ensure that all chemicals used at Corto are properly evaluated prior to being brought on-site. All chemical orders must follow this procedure, with no exceptions. 1. References the Approved Chemical List to verify if a chemical has been pre-approved. a. If the chemical is listed, move forward with your purchase/order. b. If the chemical is not listed, proceed to step 2. 2. Complete a Chemical Approval Form and submit it to the Safety Coordinator along with the chemical SDS. 3. The Safety coordinator will evaluate the chemical. a. If approved, the chemical will be added to the Approved Chemical List and the SDS is filed. b. If denied, you will be notified of the reasons. Removing Chemicals The following procedure must be followed to ensure that old, outdated, and unused chemicals are removed from Corto. Chemicals can decompose, react, or otherwise may become unstable and potentially pose a health hazard. 1. Complete a Chemical Removal Form and submit it to a Safety Team Member. a. The Chemical will be moved from the Approved Chemical List and SDSs will be archived from all file locations by the Safety coordinator. b. All remaining stock of the chemical must be completely used or properly disposed of prior to the SDS being removed. Further Information Compliance Manager Facilities Manager References BRC, section 4.9.1.1 – 4.9.1.2 CERS https://cers.calepa.ca.gov/