In this blog, we examine what constitutes a potentially 'hazardous substance' and what effectively counts them as hazardous. Most substances come with their own health and safety risks and could be potentially harmful if used improperly, with the potential to encounter toxic, corrosive or flammable properties. Explore what is necessary to avoid said risks and how to best identify them.

Working with oils can be extremely dangerous and therefore need the highest degree of care and attention to protect those working close with such substances. This blog provides a variety of considerations and methods that need to be considered when storing oils in order to comply with different regulations and legislations over different oils such as petroleum.

It is important that every business that stores goods and materials must consider the hazards that they may cause. Ensuring proper installation of industrial shelving is absolutely necessary in order to avoid any unnecessary accidents in the workplace. Read our new blog on 'Industrial Shelving Basics for Health and Safety' to learn more.