Running a dry cleaning business is a very unique job. The chemicals that are used to clean clothes all have different handling precautions, and they will react to each other, as well as to their environment differently. To be compliant with local legislation and to care for the health and wellbeing of your employees and customers, it is important to be aware of everything that is being used.
Fire hazards are plentiful in a dry cleaning business, both from the chemicals and the flammable clothing that is spread out through the building. Since a malfunctioning piece of equipment could give off sparks, you should make sure that a strict maintenance schedule is followed. You should also be careful that gasses from the chemicals aren’t leaking out into the air unnecessarily. Don’t leave chemicals out in open containers, and keep the doors to your machines closed whenever possible. Make sure you have secure storage for your chemicals.
