Hazardous Chemicals Safety Reference

📋 About This Reference

Each chemical entry covers distinct storage, handling and process hazards; specific PPE grades and types; and a step-by-step emergency procedure for large spill or major leak scenarios. Content is organised into 6 hazard classes for quick navigation — click any class below to open its page.

⚖️ Regulatory Quick Reference

• OSH Code 2020 — Section 22: Employer duty to maintain safe plant and systems; control exposure to chemical hazards.
• Gujarat OSHWC Rules 2025: Competent Person, health surveillance, PPE provision, SDS availability obligations.
• MSIHC Rules 1989 (as amended): MAQ thresholds for Schedule chemicals; on-site/off-site emergency plan requirements.
• PESO Licence: Mandatory for anhydrous NH₃ >10MT, LPG bulk storage, acetylene, EtO, VCM, petrol, and other listed chemicals.
• DISH Notification — Occupational Disease: Lead, benzene, chrome ulcers, isocyanate asthma must be notified to DISH.
• SPCB Hazardous Waste Rules: Chrome sludge, mercury, spent acids, chlorinated solvents — regulated disposal.
• Schedule 1 Poisons (Pharmacy Act): Cyanides, arsenic compounds, organophosphates — locked storage, register required.
• Poison Control Helpline: 1800-11-6117 — 24×7 for medical management of chemical poisoning cases.
• Fire Brigade — Emergency: 101 — Notify for any major chemical spill, fire, or toxic gas release.