Standard Operating Procedure for Handling of Hazardous & Poisonous Chemicals

  1. Objective

        To lay down procedure for handling of hazardous & Poisonous chemicals.

  • Scope

        This SOP is applicable in quality control for handling of hazardous & Poisonous chemicals.                                     

  • Responsibility

QC Chemist / Officer        : To follow the procedure and maintain as applicable.       

  • Accountability

Head Quality Control        : For system Compliance

  • Procedure:  
    • Store all poisonous chemicals in well isolated place under lock & key,
    • Always use necessary safety devices while handling the poisonous chemicals.
    • Use such chemicals in well ventilated fuming chamber.
    • To avoid the accident follow the instruction mentioned on label.
    • Use the following while handling hazardous chemicals as required:
      • Safety goggles
      • Acid proof gloves
      • Nose mask
      • Gas mask
      • Face mask
    • In case of an accident carry out appropriate First Aid and immediately seek medical attention.
    • Record the stock movements of poisonous chemicals and same should be verified periodically and stock should be tallied.
    • Do not use such chemicals alone.
    • In case any accident inform to Head QC immediately.
    • MSDS is available for Chemicals and read the instruction before using these chemicals.
    • The chemist first rinse the used glass wares with water while working with such chemicals and then send for cleaning.
    • The list of hazardous and poisonous chemicals shall be prepared as per Annexure – I and shall be updated as and when required.
  • Annexure (S)

Annexure I          : List of Hazardous & Poisonous Chemicals

  • Reference (S)

             In-house

  • Glossary           

SOP                    :  Standard Operating Procedure

HOD                    :  Head of Department

QC                      :  Quality Control

MSDS                 : Material Safety Data Sheet

Revision History

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