Hazardous Chemicals Storage Compliance Consulting & Audit Services

Background

In response to increasingly stringent national safety regulations and supervision measures, our Hazardous Chemicals Storage Compliance Consulting & Audit Services are designed to help clients in the warehousing industry meet regulatory standards and reduce operational risks.

With the rapid development of the logistics industry, the storage of high-risk goods such as hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods has become more critical than ever. As a result, clients are paying greater attention to whether their storage operations comply with relevant regulations and how to mitigate potential risks in warehousing activities.

To address these needs, Haifan Tech has established a specialized team for storage compliance consulting and auditing. With years of experience serving globally renowned enterprises, we provide comprehensive compliance services ranging from hazardous material placement to warehouse layout planning and site selection.

Common Compliance Challenges in Warehousing

1. What type of warehouse is suitable for hazardous goods (dangerous goods, hazardous chemicals)?
2. How can storage locations be planned to ensure both compliance and efficiency?
3. Are there compliance risks in owned or third-party warehouses? How can they be identified?
4. What factors should be considered when selecting a site for a new or acquired hazardous chemicals warehouse to ensure sustainable operation?

Note: Proper warehouse zoning, risk identification, and strategic site selection are the key to ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of hazardous materials storage facilities. Effective solutions can greatly reduce risk and support long-term business sustainability.

Compliance Audit Services for Supplier or Self-Owned Warehouses

Preliminary Procedures

• Review of fundamental licenses and permits
• Evaluation of warehouse site selection
• Compliance review of the “Three Simultaneous” construction requirements (fire safety, occupational safety, environmental protection)
• Review of personnel qualification certificates

Operations Management

• On-site evaluation of warehouse operations (loading/unloading, handling, inbound/outbound processes)
• Assessment of hazardous chemicals storage management (including mixed-storage incompatibility)
• Audit of emergency management systems
• Audit of hazardous waste management (including wastewater collection measures)
• Evaluation of warehouse staff competency
• Review of safety management procedures and records

On-Site Facilities

• Audit of safety equipment and facilities
• Audit of warehouse equipment and facilities testing (e.g., lightning protection, fire safety systems, gas detection, explosion-proof systems, and special equipment)
• Assessment of PPE for operations and emergency response

Classification, Safety Assessment & Planning Services for Hazardous Materials Storage

Classification of Hazardous Materials

If it’s unclear whether a hazardous material is regulated chemicals or what the storage/transport requirements are, we provide:

• Identification of controlled chemicals (e.g., precursor drugs, explosives, highly toxic substances) and assistance with administrative approvals
• Guidance on warehouse requirements for corresponding hazardous chemicals
• Safety assessment for mixed storage of hazardous materials
• Overview of transportation, packaging, and vehicle requirements for dangerous goods

We offer full support during the construction or renovation planning phases, including:

• Storage layout and zoning recommendations based on risk factors and warehouse utilization (space, turnover)
• Risk assessment based on types and quantities of hazardous materials to support safe and rational storage design
• Targeted safety recommendations for ventilation, alarms, explosion protection, and emergency facilities
• Assistance in identifying safety design requirements and communicating them effectively with design firms

Site Selection & Policy Research for Warehouses

In today’s risk-sensitive regulatory environment, we offer:

• Regional policy research reports on hazardous chemicals storage (including key inspection priorities of local authorities)
• Customized recommendations based on findings
• Suggestions for warehouse site selection that factor in regulatory compliance and logistics cost efficiency

Our Advantages

• Diverse Service Offerings: Expertise in safety digitization, process safety, and chemical safety
• Strong Technical Team: Senior experts and renowned consultants with 8–27 years of experience
• Professional Client Service: Serving global leaders in petrochemicals, chemicals, fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and food industries
• Premium Network Resources: Trusted partner of safety think tanks in government and leading industry associations