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COSHH Storage Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This COSHH storage safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps site supervisors and safety officers verify that hazardous substances are stored safely on construction sites before work begins.

It covers all essential checks including the existence of a COSHH assessment, secure and ventilated storage, segregation of compatible chemicals, proper labelling, availability of Safety Data Sheets, spill control measures and the use of appropriate PPE. The checklist aligns with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, ensuring legal compliance and safe site practice.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use site inspections – confirm storage areas are ready and compliant.
  • Regular safety audits – monitor ongoing compliance with COSHH duties.
  • Incident investigations – provide a record of storage conditions at the time of any event.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A. Any No answer must be addressed before the area is used or before the shift continues.

The checklist is completed on site by the responsible supervisor before any hazardous substances are accessed. Record the response for each question and take immediate corrective action for any negative findings. It supports CDM duty holders by providing evidence of COSHH compliance.

Fully editable and shareable — customise the questions to your site, download as a PDF and share with your team.

Compliant with: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002; Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

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Checks covered in this Construction site hazardous substance storage inspection checklist

This Construction site hazardous substance storage inspection safety checklist template covers 20 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Has a current COSHH assessment been completed for each hazardous substance stored on site?
2Are all hazardous substances stored in a dedicated, secure area that is clearly marked?
3Is the storage area ventilated to prevent the build‑up of vapours?
4Are compatible substances stored separately according to their hazard classes?
5Are all containers clearly labelled with the substance name, hazards and handling instructions?
6Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each stored substance readily accessible on site?
7Are containers in good condition with no signs of leakage, corrosion or damage?
8Are flammable liquids stored in approved fire‑resistant cabinets?
9Are the quantities stored within the limits set by the COSHH assessment?
10Is the storage area locked or otherwise restricted to authorised personnel only?
11Have all operatives handling or accessing the stored substances received appropriate training and instruction?
12Are suitable spill containment kits available and positioned near the storage area?
13Is personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate to the substances stored provided and worn when required?
14Are emergency eye‑wash and shower facilities located within 100 m of the storage area?
15Are fire extinguishers suitable for the types of substances stored positioned nearby and serviced regularly?
16Is signage indicating hazardous substance storage, PPE requirements and emergency procedures displayed prominently?
17Are regular inspections of the storage area carried out and records kept?
18Are any damaged or expired containers removed from the storage area promptly?
19Is the area around the storage kept clear of unnecessary equipment and waste?
20Upon completion of work, is the storage area secured and all documentation updated?

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How often should safety checklists be completed?

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Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

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