When your workplace is looking into using spill kits, there are a lot of common questions that arise. This isn’t surprising, workplace safety is quite a complicated subject, and guidance is often needed.
But why should we give you the answers?
Spill Station is the leading supplier of spill kits in Australia, and we offer everything from risk assessments to workplace training to help you wrap your head around safety precautions that should be ready in your workplace, and how to remain compliant over time.
Let’s Educate You:
Why should you use a spill kit?
It’s simple, to keep your workers and the environment safe. If a hazardous liquid spills into your workplace and you don’t have the appropriate safety precautions in place, the spill will shut down work, result in a call to emergency services, and can possibly harm workers, cause slips and falls, destroy machinery and harm the environment. Just stay safe and use a spill kit!
What happens if you don’t have a spill kit?
In Australia, spill kits are considered a legal requirement if your business handles, stores or moves hazardous liquids. So you must have the equipment you need to respond effectively and safely to spills. If you fail to adhere to these laws, you can be fined or even face jail time, with serious brand reputation repercussions. In our opinion, it’s just not worth the risk.
Do staff need training or can they use the instructions?
If you don’t train your staff, they can’t handle a spill effectively. You may think that the instruction card is enough, but it’s really not. If you train your staff they can implement the kit without delays in an emergency situation. If you need help with this, contact Spill Station, not only do we have the best spill kits in Australia, we can also train you to use them.
Are your staff safe when using a spill kit?
Each spill kit, regardless of type, will contain PPE, otherwise known as personal protective equipment. This is because the kit will be used for cleaning a hazard and keeping your staff safe is vital. The actual specifications of the PPE will depend on the type of spill kit you’re using, but you can often find things such as eye and face protection, overalls and more.
How many spill kits do you need?
The amount of spill kits you’ll need will depend on the type of chemicals you carry, their quantity and location. By assessing all these factors, you can approximate how to best keep everyone safe. This will take a safety risk assessment to determine, and it’s something else we can help with at Spill Station.
Do spill kits need maintenance?
Spill kits (like all safety measures) will need to be maintained correctly. The easiest way to do this is to simply restock each spill kit right after it’s been used. This will make sure there are no gaps in your kit, and it’s ready to be used again. The kit should also be checked frequently for cracks or problems in the exterior also. If you need help with spill kit maintenance and inspections, once again, we can help with that at Spill Station.