Comprehensive consulting, training and support for managing hazardous materials safely across industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, ports, maritime operations, logistics and government agencies in Sri Lanka.
HAZMAT Advisor delivers expert chemical safety, HAZMAT, dangerous goods and CBRNE solutions across Sri Lanka's industrial, maritime, logistics and government sectors. Whether you need chemical safety audits, dangerous cargo management, CBRNE training or emergency response support, our services are tailored to your operational and regulatory requirements.
Led by Nuwan Tharaka Weerasinghe, Principal Consultant with nearly a decade of specialized expertise, we have supported over 40 organizations across automotive, pharmaceuticals, food processing, chemical manufacturing, ports, logistics and government sectors.
Comprehensive chemical safety audits to identify hazards, evaluate controls and strengthen chemical management systems. Our audits cover chemical inventory, storage and segregation, handling procedures, PPE, engineering controls, emergency preparedness, GHS compliance and training effectiveness. We conduct site inspections, documentation reviews and employee interviews to deliver prioritized findings and actionable recommendations.
Facilitated HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and process safety reviews for chemical processes, reactors, distillation systems and high-hazard operations. Our structured methodology identifies deviations, failure scenarios and major accident hazards. We also conduct What-If analysis, LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis), bow-tie analysis and consequence modeling.
Detailed chemical risk assessments covering health hazards, fire/explosion risks, reactivity hazards and environmental impacts. We assess exposure routes (inhalation, dermal, ingestion), evaluate control effectiveness and recommend hierarchy of controls from elimination to PPE.
Design and implementation of comprehensive chemical management systems covering procurement controls, inventory tracking, chemical approval processes, SDS management, labeling systems, change management and periodic reviews aligned with regulatory requirements.
Expert dangerous goods compliance for IMDG Code (maritime), ADR (road), IATA/ICAO (air) and RID (rail) covering classification, packaging, marking, labeling, documentation, segregation and emergency response. We support shippers, freight forwarders, carriers and logistics operators with regulatory compliance across all transport modes.
Specialized services for ports, shipping lines, container terminals and maritime operations handling dangerous cargo including:
IMDG Code compliance - classification, stowage, segregation, documentation
Container inspection & approval - verifying dangerous cargo declarations, packaging integrity, marking/labeling accuracy
Container rework guidance - managing non-compliant dangerous cargo containers, repacking, relabeling, documentation correction
Dangerous cargo stowage planning - segregation requirements, deck/hold placement, distance requirements
Port dangerous goods management - terminal procedures, emergency response, dangerous cargo manifest review
Marine pollution prevention - MARPOL compliance for dangerous liquid and solid bulk cargoes
Warehouse design, layout planning and operational procedures for storing dangerous goods including segregation strategies, compatibility matrices, fire protection, ventilation, spill containment, security measures and regulatory compliance for hazard classes 1-9.
Customized dangerous goods training for shippers, packers, freight forwarders, warehouse staff, drivers and aviation personnel covering classification, packaging selection, marking/labeling, documentation preparation, emergency procedures and modal-specific requirements (IMDG, ADR, IATA).
DGSA services and support for organizations requiring dangerous goods safety advisors including compliance monitoring, incident reporting, training oversight and liaison with regulatory authorities.
Comprehensive fire safety assessments for industrial facilities, chemical storage, warehouses and manufacturing plants evaluating fire hazards, ignition sources, flammable materials, fire protection systems, emergency egress, detection/alarm systems and emergency procedures.
Specialized fire risk assessments for operations involving flammable liquids, combustible dust, reactive chemicals, hot work and high fire-load processes. We identify fire scenarios, assess control adequacy and recommend fire prevention, detection and suppression improvements.
Expert guidance on managing flammable liquids, LPG, compressed flammable gases including storage requirements, bonding/grounding, vapor control, fire protection, explosion prevention and emergency shutdown systems.
Specialized assessments for pressurized chlorine, ammonia and other toxic gas systems evaluating storage, transfer systems, leak detection, emergency scrubbers, ventilation, PPE, mechanical integrity, operating procedures, emergency response and chemical security.
Emergency response plans, drills and training for facilities using chlorine, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen fluoride, phosgene and other toxic industrial chemicals (TICs) including leak scenarios, evacuation zones, shelter-in-place protocols and community notification.
Safe handling, storage and emergency response for concentrated acids (sulfuric, hydrochloric, nitric, hydrofluoric) and caustics (sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide) including compatibility, neutralization procedures and spill management.
Specialized CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive) training for first responders, industrial emergency teams, hospitals and government agencies covering threat recognition, incident assessment, zoning, decontamination, PPE selection and multi-agency coordination.
Design and facilitation of realistic chemical emergency scenarios including spills, toxic gas releases, fires, explosions and multi-casualty incidents. We deliver tabletop exercises, functional drills and full-scale simulations to build real response capability.
Chemical spill response planning, spill kit specifications, containment strategies, cleanup procedures and training for facilities handling liquid chemicals, oils and hazardous materials.
Development of facility emergency response plans covering chemical incidents, fires, explosions, toxic releases, natural disasters and security events including command structures, communication protocols, evacuation procedures and business continuity.
Building and training industrial HAZMAT response teams covering HAZMAT operations level, technician level and incident command including hands-on equipment training, scenario-based exercises and competency assessments.
ISO 45001 design, implementation, gap analysis, internal audit support and certification preparation. We integrate chemical safety, process safety and hazardous materials management into structured, auditable OHS frameworks.
Comprehensive HSE management system design covering policies, procedures, risk assessments, training, incident investigation, management of change, contractor safety, audits and continuous improvement tailored to your industry and operations.
Compliance assessments and support for GHS, chemical import/export regulations, environmental permits, waste disposal requirements, transport regulations and industry-specific standards (pharmaceutical, food safety, etc.).
Complete chemical safety program design including written hazard communication programs, chemical hygiene plans (for laboratories), respiratory protection programs, PPE programs and emergency eyewash/shower compliance.
Expert warehouse design for hazardous materials and dangerous goods covering layout, segregation, zoning, fire protection, ventilation, secondary containment, spill control, emergency access and regulatory compliance for new construction or facility modifications.
Design specifications for chemical storage including tank farms, drum storage areas, chemical cabinets, outdoor storage, refrigerated storage and specialty storage for water-reactive, pyrophoric or other high-hazard materials.
Evaluation of ventilation systems, fume hoods, local exhaust ventilation (LEV) and engineering controls for chemical operations to ensure adequate exposure control and compliance with occupational hygiene requirements.
Customized training on chemical hazards, safe handling, SDS interpretation, GHS labeling, chemical storage, spill response, emergency procedures and regulatory requirements for operators, supervisors, engineers and managers.
HAZMAT awareness and operations-level training for industrial workers, warehouse staff and emergency response teams covering hazard recognition, protective actions, decontamination basics and emergency response procedures.
Specialized training for fire departments, police, paramedics and emergency services on chemical incidents, dangerous goods emergencies, CBRNE threats and tactical response to HAZMAT situations.
Training and capacity development programs for regulatory agencies, civil defense, disaster management authorities and government institutions on chemical safety oversight, dangerous goods enforcement and CBRNE preparedness.
Professional investigation of chemical spills, exposures, fires, explosions and near-miss events using structured methodologies (5-Why, fishbone, fault tree) to identify root causes, systemic failures and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Comprehensive process hazard analysis using HAZOP, What-If, FMEA, fault tree analysis and event tree analysis for complex chemical processes, modifications and new installations.
Evaluation of chemical security risks, access controls, inventory accountability and measures to prevent theft, sabotage, insider threats or terrorism involving hazardous chemicals.
Guidance on hazardous waste characterization, classification, segregation, storage, treatment technology selection, disposal options and regulatory compliance for industrial chemical waste.
Detailed chemical compatibility analysis and development of segregation matrices for facilities storing multiple hazardous chemicals to prevent dangerous reactions and optimize storage layouts.
Review and gap analysis of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), development of SDS for chemical products, chemical labeling compliance and product stewardship support for chemical manufacturers and distributers.
Detailed chemical compatibility analysis and development of segregation matrices for facilities storing multiple hazardous chemicals to prevent dangerous reactions and optimize storage layouts.
We're here to assist you 24/7 with any questions or concerns you may have regarding hazardous materials management.
Day or night, feel free to reach out to us for expert advice, assistance, or to report any potential hazards. Your safety is our top priority.
Contact us via email or phone at any time, and we welcome your questions, feedback, and reports. Let's work together around the clock to create a safer environment.