Even if you decide to improve your current storage building, applying the above principles can be expensive. Compared to the cost of a major accident or a lawsuit, however, storage improvements are a bargain. Also, note that the last five items listed in the section above are important points to remember for existing storage facilities. The least expensive alternative you may have is to reduce the amounts and types of pesticides stored. If that is not practical, consider how stored pesticides can be protected.
Sound containers are the first defense against a spill or leak.
When modifying a structure, it is important to note that the building should have a solid floor. If liquid pesticides are stored the building also should have a curb. The modified structure should be large enough to hold 125 percent of the contents of the largest full container, plus the displaced volume of any other storage tanks in the area. When modifying an existing structure, label windows and doors to alert firefighters to the presence of pesticides and other products stored in the structure. It is always a good idea to keep a list of the stored chemicals and amounts in a separate location.