Which action is NOT a recommended safety step in reactive storage management?

• A. Keeping ignition sources away from reactive storage.
• B. Using inert blankets around storage.
• C. Documenting hazards with SDS, compatibility charts, and risk assessments.
• D. Ignoring early warning signs and continuing operations.

Answer: (D)

In reactive storage management, acting on early warning signs is essential because those signs warn of developing hazards such as exothermic reactions, gas evolution, or pressure buildup. Ignoring them and continuing operations removes the last line of defense and can lead to runaway reactions, fires, or releases. The other steps are solid safety practices: keeping ignition sources away reduces the chance of ignition; using inert blankets around storage helps limit reactions with air or moisture; and documenting hazards with SDS, compatibility charts, and risk assessments ensures you have current, actionable information to prevent adverse interactions. Together, these controls support a safer storage environment, while disregarding warnings undermines safety.