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The 10,000m2 LDH Chemical Logistics facility is divided into various spaces that are tailored to the unique needs of each type of chemical product. According to Royal Decree 656/2017, issued on June 23, which approved the Chemical Product Storage Regulations (for chemical product storage) and its Complementary Technical Instructions MIE APQ 0 to 10, their chemical product storage warehouse complies with all safety requirements of the storage, loading, unloading, and transfer facilities of dangerous chemical products. The Royal Decree 656/2017, dated June 23, approved the almacenaje de productos químicos Regulations (for chemical product storage) and its Complementary Technical Instructions MIE APQ 0 to 10. Their warehouse complies with all safety requirements of the chemical storage regulations of the storage, loading, unloading, and transfer facilities of dangerous chemical products, whether they are substances or mixtures considered dangerous. At LDH Chemical Logistics, they abide by all rules for storing chemical items in order to provide the highest level of security. The following types of chemical products and chemical compounds can be stored in facilities designed for that purpose by LDH Chemical Logistics:

• Storage of hygienic and food goods, as well as chemical materials (RSIPAC 40.08155/CAT-certified by the Generalitat de Catalunya).
• Storage of chemical and pesticide products is permitted under Royal Decree, issued on November 30 and approving the Technical-Sanitary Regulations for the production, sale, and use of pesticides.

Risks connected to storing chemical products:

Chemical storage tanks can be grouped into a variety of risk categories based on their level of danger. These range from high to low. For instance, if a liquid storage tank spills and contains benzene or methanol, the risk level is severe. A fire could start if the fluid reservoir leaks and instantly catches fire. However, if the fluid spills without igniting, it can move downstream and result in an incident where someone gets poisoned. Chemicals must be stored correctly to reduce dangers. Chemicals must be correctly labelled and stored in secure locations with enough ventilation. To lessen the chance of mishaps, they should also be housed separately. Chemicals should be divided both by kind and reactivity when being stored. Finally, they must be kept secure and only available to a select group of people. Hazards associated with chemical storage are connected to other occupational safety concerns. Chemicals that are combustible and that oxidise, for instance, might be harmful if improperly disposed of.