What is Spill Kits ?
A spill can be defined as leakage of any substances that can lead to hazards for environmental safety. A spill can be a threat to nature environment and people if spills are not controlled. There are different methods to deal with spills.
Spill kit is a collection of items, to be used in case of a spill, leak or other discharge of oil, chemical or any other liquids. Spill kits are developed so that a prompt response and clean-up may be performed. Spill Kits are used to control and cleansing spills which are related to marine manufacturing health energy industries etc
Spill Kits can be used according to the types of spills, which accidentally occurs in different sectors. Ensuring spill kits in an industry which is fit for specific spillages minimize the risk in order to protect the environment.
A spill kit usually contains two or three types of equipment. First Personal Protective Equipment. The second is Absorbents. The third Instruction Sheet for handling and disposal of the soaked absorbents.
Types Of Spill Kits ?
Oil Spill Kits : Made with white absorbents that repeal water and float on water. Used to clean up hydrocarbons only (motor oil, jet fuel, diesel, gasoline, hydraulic oil, etc).
Chemical Spill Kits: Made with yellow absorbents to clean up aggressive fluids such as acids and solvents. Hazmat kits will absorb hydrocarbons as well as water based fluids.
Contents Of Spill Kits?.
Should keep spill kits on hand in areas where hazardous materials are used. Spill kit consolidates spill control materials and personal protective equipment in one location. Each spill kit to meet the needs of each work area. PPE must be selected based on the spilled liquids. Store kits in a location where individuals can quickly gain access to items needed in the event of a spill.
Hazardous materials users should know where to locate the spill kit and how to use the spill response materials contained in the kit. Spills can lead to costly environmental and safety violation. Appropriate equipment and materials for clean up must be kept on hand and be readily accessible at all times.
Personal Protective Equipment
- chemical splash goggles.
- pairs chemical-resistant nitrile gloves.
- pairs plastic, vinyl or rubber shoe covers.
- disposable lab coats, aprons, or coveralls.
Absorption Materials
- Absorbents such as spill pads, pillows, spill socks, booms and Granules.
Cleanup Tools and Materials
- Plastic scoop and Brush or Shovel
- Coco broom or brush.
- 100 Micron heavy duty waste bags with mark CAUTION
- Cable tie Or closing tape.
- Signage Board.
- Cleaning Liquid for final cleaning
- Nitrile Glove, Chemical Resistant Boot and Chemical Splash proof Goggles
- Acid/Alkali Neutralizers.
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