Glass should be stored in dry conditions and out of direct sunlight, stacked upright in properly designed racks and fully supported in a manner which prevents the glass from sagging. In no circumstances should glass products ever be stored in the horizontal position. It should be stood on edge on strips of wood, felt or other relatively soft material. Special care should be taken to protect the glass, especially the edges, from impact damage (knocks, abrasions and excessive local pressure). Upon receipt and before glazing, each glass should be checked for damage. Damaged glass should not be glazed.

Water must not be allowed to reach the edges of stacked glass as it can be drawn between the plates by capillary action and cause damage.

Glass must be protected from high humidity and condensation in storage.

The glass must be protected from site contamination such as welding, cementatious plaster products or adhesives. When glass is stored or transported there should always be some kind of protector between glass surfaces to prevent transit damage. This should be appropriate to the product and sizes considered. It may be for example, paper, rubber pads (buddies) or Lucite. When moving glass and glass products around a site or factory, whether on pallets, stillages or in cases etc, whether by fork lift crane or other mechanical means, always bear in mind that glass remains fragile and will be broken by rough handling. Particular care should be taken to ensure that the glass is properly fastened and secured to prevent it falling and to avoid any damage.

Glass should always be handled by personnel who have been properly trained in approved practice, taking into account good health and safety procedures.