Flammable Solvent Storage Cabinet Inspection

Inspection template for flammable storage cabinets and solvent areas to verify grounding, sealing, container integrity, storage quantities, labeling, and housekeeping for OSHA and fire-code compliance.

Inspection Details

• Inspection area identified
  Record the specific cabinet, room, line, or solvent area inspected.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Document when the inspection was completed.
• Inspector name and role recorded
  Enter the inspector's name and title or role.
• Area type selected
  Identify the primary area being inspected.
• Reference procedure or SOP available
  Confirm the applicable SOP, site rule, or work instruction is available to the inspector.

Cabinet Condition and Fire Protection

• Cabinet is labeled for flammable liquids
  Cabinet bears clear, legible flammable storage identification.
• Cabinet body, doors, and hinges are intact
  No visible damage, corrosion, deformation, or missing hardware that affects safe storage.
• Doors close and latch properly
  Cabinet doors fully close and latch without obstruction.
• Cabinet is positioned away from ignition sources and heat
  No heaters, open flames, hot surfaces, or other ignition sources are immediately adjacent to the cabinet.
• Cabinet is not obstructing egress or emergency access
  Access to exits, extinguishers, electrical panels, and emergency equipment is unobstructed.

Inventory, Quantities, and Container Integrity

• Stored quantities are within site limits
  Record the approximate total quantity of flammable liquids stored in this cabinet or area.
• Maximum allowed quantity is not exceeded
  Verify the quantity stored does not exceed the site limit or applicable code limit for the cabinet/area.
• Containers are properly closed and sealed
  All solvent and flammable liquid containers are closed, sealed, and not left open between uses.
• Containers show no leaks, bulging, or damage
  Inspect cans, drums, bottles, and transfer containers for leaks, corrosion, cracks, or deformation.
• Compatible materials are segregated
  Incompatible chemicals are not stored together in a way that creates a fire or reaction hazard.

Grounding, Bonding, and Dispensing Controls

• Grounding and bonding are in place where dispensing occurs
  Where liquids are transferred or dispensed, grounding/bonding controls are present and used as required by site procedure.
• Grounding/bonding cables and clamps are intact
  Cables, clamps, and connection points are free of damage, corrosion, and loose fittings.
• Dispensing containers are approved for flammable liquids
  Only approved safety cans, containers, or dispensing equipment are used for flammable liquids.
• Static control and transfer practices are followed
  Transfer methods minimize static buildup and follow the site's approved procedure.

Housekeeping, Labeling, and Emergency Readiness

• Area is free of spills, residue, and absorbent saturation
  No visible solvent residue, active spills, or saturated absorbent materials remain in the area.
• Secondary containment and spill materials are available
  Appropriate spill control materials and containment are present and accessible for the hazard.
• Warning labels and hazard identification are legible
  Container labels, cabinet markings, and hazard warnings are readable and not obscured.
• Fire extinguisher and emergency equipment access is unobstructed
  Emergency equipment needed for the area can be reached quickly and is not blocked by stored materials.
• Corrective actions documented for deficiencies
  List any deficiencies, non-conformances, and immediate corrective actions taken or assigned.