Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 17 – Control of Dangerous and Toxic Chemicals

Revised January 26, 2015

All containers shall be clearly marked to identify the hazardous chemicals contained therein. No container shall be used for a hazardous chemical for which the container is not approved.
- Any containers with unidentified chemicals shall be reported to the fire chief or other hazardous materials specialist designee. Steps shall be taken within 24 hours to have contents identified.
If the discovery was during non-business hours, steps for identification shall be the following work day.
- Strict adherence to all laws and regulations pertaining to the storage and handling of hazardous chemicals shall be maintained at all times.
- Warehouse staff shall be appropriately trained in the storage and handling of all hazardous chemicals contained in the warehouse.