What Is Spill Control Equipment?

Spill control is vital in the workplace, and this means you need the right equipment to contain, absorb, or clean up the spillage. Chemical spills, in particular, must be controlled quickly to prevent serious injury. But water and oil spills can also cause slips and falls, posing a significant safety risk. As every business knows, spills are difficult to avoid, but investing in the right equipment, from absorbent pads to drip trays, will help keep your organisation legally compliant.

Who Needs Spill Control Supplies?

Spill control kits and other spill containment methods are used by any business that stores hazardous chemicals. Specific sectors that need spill control supplies include:

• Healthcare, hospitals and clinics
• Factories and warehouses
• Fuel depots
• Food processing plants, restaurants and cafes
• Retail

What Are The 4 C's Of Spill Control?

Spills are a significant safety hazard in the workplace. A spill could present a fire hazard or put your team at risk of severe burns. Containing chemical spills is of paramount importance:

• Control: Stay in control of the situation by removing the source of the spill.
• Contain: Limit the impact of the spill. That could mean creating a dam using eco-friendly absorbent socks from our spill control range.
• Comply: You must assess the spill and report it to the local environmental protection agency if necessary.
• Clean up: Restore the affected area using absorbent pads or our wheelie bin spill kit.

Is A Spill Kit A Legal Requirement?

According to environmental protection and COSHH legislation, spill kits are a legal requirement for businesses that handle hazardous substances. Your spill kit should contain:

• Absorbent pads to soak up liquid and socks to prevent the spill from spreading.
• PPE equipment to prevent injury when dealing with toxic spills.
• Disposable bags for getting rid of spill containment waste. These should be colour-coded depending on the type of spill.
• Disposal containers for waste disposal and storage of spill control equipment. Our wheelie bin spill kit contains all your spill control essentials in its own bin for seamless disposal.

Alternatively, explore our range of spill kits. These handy products contain all your spill control essentials and are suitable for dealing with oil and solvent spills. Always keep your spill control equipment readily available where spills are likely to occur.

What Is The Most Common Type Of Spill?

The three most common types of workplace spills requiring special handling are:

• Maintenance spills, such as water-based solvents, these are the most common, but tend to be non-aggressive.

• Oil spills are commonly caused by butane, petrol, or diesel leaks. Our spill control supplies are specifically designed to handle this type of material.

• Chemical spills are the most aggressive and require specific spill control equipment and the appropriate PPE.

Why Trust Total Janitorial Supplies For Spill Control?

At Total Janitorial Supplies, we’re the experts in commercial-grade products for spill control. With bulk availability of your essential spill control supplies and eco-friendly options for sustainability, we’ll help you stay legally compliant without breaking the bank. Contact us today and enjoy free delivery on orders over £100. Ready to place your order? Call 03302219365 or contact our sales team at sales@totaljanitorialsupplies.co.uk.