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The article discusses various issues related to storage of hazardous chemicals in warehouses. It states that according to International Labour Organization (ILO), 24 percent of major chemical accidents take place in warehouses and highlights the need of designing safe warehouses. It states several chemicals which in the past have enhanced the extent of fire accidents such as Sodium chlorate and azodiisobutyronitrile.

The article summarizes some of the developments in containment systems for protection from toxic substances. Information on the manufacturing and analysis of cytotoxic Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) is provided. An update on mobile cleanroom containment pod systems, workstations, downflow booths, laminar flow benches and dust containment introduced by various companies like Howorth Air Ttechnology, Flextraction and SWECO is presented.

The article reports on supervision groups dispatched by the China Ministry of Emergency Management to inspect hazardous chemical storage places in the country. It notes that the inspection aims to reduce risks and prevent accidents. Key problems revealed from the inspection are identified, along with recommendations.

The article offers brief information on the 2013/2014 catalogue for hazardous-materials storage from Asecos.

The article offers brief information on the storage cabinets for hazardous substances from Asecos.

The article provides an answer to a question of how to determine slight risk associated on the storage of dangerous substances in or on premises.