When working with hazardous materials, particularly a liquid form, an enormous responsibility falls upon the shoulders of everyone involved - from maintenance workers to plant managers - to handle these materials responsibly and safely, protecting themselves, their co - workers, their facilities and their environment. Proper training and materials, coupled with consistent follow up and strict adherence to procedure all go a long way in preventing spills from occurring, but we all know that even the best laid plans can take a turn for the worse when least expected. That is why being prepared for the disaster before it strikes is so crucial, and that is when having the right absorbent products on hand is critical.âEUR¨âEUR¨
A wide range of products are available to handle any type of spill containment, from acid to oil, there is a barrier and absorbent to clean it up. In most cases, Federal and State laws define minimal guidelines and requirements for what products and tools must be on hand in facilities operating with hazardous materials to contain and clean up a spill. These laws are in place to protect both individuals health, and to prevent unnecessary damage to the environment, but just meeting the minimum requirement may not be the best that can be done. There are products that do the job, and there are products that do the job right - it's important to know the difference.
- The first step to preparing a spill kit is to evaluate the laws around containment and cleaning, and determine if meeting the minimum requirement is enough. Work with a team to devise the best course of action in your situation - always meeting or exceeding required measures. The next step is obtaining the products needed.
- There are a wide range of All Purpose Absorbents available that can be used to effectively contain and clean most petroleum, chemical and water based fluids. These products include absorbent drip pans, drum and barrel toppers, pads and safety mats, absorbent pillows and rolls, fluid solidifiers, absorbent wipes and wipers, socks, loose absorbents and more.
- Sometimes the All Purpose Absorbents aren't enough, and for those instances Hazardous Liquid Absorbents or Oil Only Absorbents are the best option. Hazardous Liquid Absorbents such as hazmat absorbent booms, pads, mats, pillows, rolls, socks and more are especially recommended for aggressive chemical spills, though they will work on most water or petroleum based liquids as well.
- Oil Only Absorbents differ from the others in that they absorb petroleum and hydrocarbon based fluids without absorbing water. These also come in a variety of products including hard and absorbent booms, bilge and sump socks, drip pans, pads, mats, rolls, socks, loose absorbents, pillows, tarps and more.
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