Do your spill kits get used and not replenished?
Do your spill kits get used and not replenished? It’s more common than you may think. However, it is critical spill kits are maintained to ensure you are compliant and prepared for spill emergencies. Your spill response plan has highlighted that you need an emergency spill kit in a specific area, for a potential spill […]
Do you know your spill scenarios?
Despite everyone’s best efforts in some businesses spills will happen. Preventing a spill would always be the first step but if you cannot prevent it, reducing the risk would be the next stage to explore. Its important for businesses and employees to understand the difference of day-to-day leaks and spills and an emergency spill. These […]
Are your spill kits used as rubbish bins?
One of the most common problems with emergency spill kits, is the desire for many to use them as a dustbin. Could this be because many spill kits are provided in a wheelie bin container? Quite possibly. The reality is a spill kit needs to be waterproof and easy to move in an emergency, so […]
Empower your team to manage spill emergencies
Spills need not bring your business to a halt if managed correctly. One of the biggest issues we find when we visit customers is the understanding of how to manage a spill effectively. Understanding your risks Its crucial you have a detailed understanding of your liquids on site. Consult your safety data sheets to understand […]
Which absorbents should I use on spills?
Over the years we’ve witnessed businesses using a wide variety of methods to clean up spillages on site. From cardboard to paper towels, to floors covered in sawdust or anything available to absorb spills. Using incorrect materials to clean up spills can lead to several serious consequences: Health Risks: Using the wrong materials can expose […]
Are you using the correct spill products?
Selecting the right absorbent for a spill depends on the type of liquid involved, the volume of the spill, and the environment in which the spill occurs. Educating your staff in spill response will give them the confidence to manage spills correctly. Training your spill responders in correct equipment selection not only ensures an efficient […]
10 most common spill control challenges in any business
Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) teams are responsible for a wide range of tasks within their business, so it’s understandable that spill management isn’t always a top priority. You may also believe that effective spill control is expensive, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Spill management is a critical aspect of any business, […]
Spill response equipment should be consistent for best results
As a business setting Health, Safety and Environmental standards and expectations displays your commitment to protect people and the environment from harm. Having consistency in health and safety equipment around your site provide improves safety for everyone and ensures managing the process is as simple as possible. Often, with spill control, a business will highlight […]
How much spill response equipment do I need?
Having a spill kit on site is a good start, but have you really got sufficient coverage in the event of an emergency spill? There is no hard and fast rule on how much is enough, realistically you need manage the risk. For example if your using 200L drums, one 240L spill kit may suffice in […]
We have launched a new range of Spill-Aid Spill kits!
We are dedicated to supporting our customers by providing innovative solutions for spill control. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce our new range of Spill-Aid spill kits to our range. These kits are designed to efficiently and effectively manage day to day spills of all sizes, giving you peace of mind and confidence in […]