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AusSpill Compliant Oil Fuel Spill Kit – 240 Litre
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AusSpill Compliant Oil Fuel Spill Kit – 240 Litre

120 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant
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120 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant

40 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant
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40 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant

20 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant
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20 Litre Oil Fuel Spill Kit – AusSpill Quality Compliant

Spill Kit Training Pack
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Spill Kit Training Pack

Scheduled Spill Kit Refill & Maintenance
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Scheduled Spill Kit Refill & Maintenance

Spill Kit Location Floor Sign
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Spill Kit Location Floor Sign

Spill kits for oil and fuel are pre-packaged items that include everything needed to contain and clean up a hydrocarbon spill. According to Australian law, certain sites must have spill kits that are fully equipped and staffed with trained personnel who are aware of what to do in the event of a spill. For instance, locales dealing with Class III combustible fluids are legally necessary to have spill packs accessible on location.

What is Contained in an Oil & Fuel Spill Kit

The items in an oil and fuel spill unit can fluctuate from one site to another, being dealt with to rely upon the particular material. Different viscosity oils are treated differently, and spills of lighter substances like gasoline also have a greater potential to catch fire. People who respond to spills need to know what to do in every situation.

Oil spill response kits typically contain the following items:

  • For smaller spills, hydrocarbon pads and pillows are made of absorbent material. These pads are made of varying grades and types are available for cleaning various hydrocarbons.
  • A floor sweep is applied to the spill area. The area is "worked" with brooms and rakes until all of the liquid has been absorbed. In order to prevent the product from becoming saturated, a good floor sweep must be used.
  • A putty-like product known as plug and dike is used to temporarily seal a vessel that is leaking. Wooden wedges can also be used to make a seal.
  • The absorbent materials must then be discarded. In terms of environmental regulations and secure waste disposal, these absorbents must be discarded correctly.
  • The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kit contains the necessary PPE for clean-up workers. This includes coveralls, nitrile gloves, safety goggles, and latex boot covers.

These Are Some Common Industries That Need Oil & Fuel Spill Kits

Oil and fuel spill kits are often seen in many industries.

Mining areas are a key industry that requires oil spill kits as they work in harsh operating conditions where equipment used may lead to unforeseen hydrocarbon spills and leaks. This is also vital for worker safety and environmental safety. 

Refineries & Industrial spaces should have spill kits readily available in workshops and regional areas. The faster people can respond to an incident, the less disruption there will be in the workday. A quick clean up also reduces the risks of safety issues like a fire or explosion.

Workshops & Automotive Repair Spaces are another industry that needs spill kits to clean and handle any accidental spills that may occur. This is because these workplaces handle a lot of oil and fuel in machinery and automotives. 

Shipping industries require spill kits that are designed to handle spills both on land and on water. This is vital as spills can contaminate water systems and spread quickly, creating high environmental damage over time.

FAQs

When it comes to remaining compliant, your spill kit needs to be inspected on a regular basis, so you can make sure all the necessary items are there, they are working correctly and within expiration dates. If you need further help with this, Spill Station can offer scheduled maintenance help.

In Australia, if your workplace carries hazardous materials, spill kits are a legal requirement. This is because there are clear laws for all Australian states and territories regarding safety and environmental responsibilities for businesses. Due to this, you need to have all the equipment needed to safely and effectively respond to spills. Failure to do so can result in serious repercussions.

The kind of spill unit you require relies upon the sorts of chemicals you have at your worksite. An oil and fuel spill kit is necessary if you deal with fluids like oils, fuels, solvents, or hydraulic fluids. A general-purpose spill kit will suffice if you deal with water-based or non-hazardous chemicals like coolants, herbicides, degreasers, paints, or beverages. A chemical spill kit is necessary if you work with hazardous chemicals like acids, caustics, or corrosive liquids. No matter what type of spill kit you need, Spill Station can help. 

Your spill kit should be placed in an effective area, where spills are likely to occur. If you need guidance on exactly where your workplace needs spill kits or want to know how many spill kits you might need, Spill Station can help you with a workplace audit, which will help identify risk and safety solutions. 

When it comes to remaining compliant, your spill kit needs to be inspected on a regular basis, so you can make sure all the necessary items are there, they are working correctly and within expiration dates. If you need further help with this, Spill Station can offer scheduled maintenance help.

The exact size of the spill kit you need always depends on the volume of the most likely spill. So the first step is to know what the largest amount of liquid that could be split from your workplace is. For example, if your liquids are stored in a drum, the largest amount that can possibly spill is the size of the drum, so you can get a spill kit with a similar volume. 

Training is vital if you want your staff to know how to respond properly to spills. This can be done through training. Apart from this, there will often be an instruction card to let workers and visitors know how to use the emergency spill kit.

In short, here are the spills:

  1.     Evaluate which liquid has been spilt.
  2.     Put on PPE in order to ensure worker safety.
  3.     Use the booms to contain the spilt liquid.
  4.     Address the source of the liquid spill. 
  5.     Begin the clean-up process.
  6.     Contact any authorities that need to be notified.
  7.     Dispose of the used materials safely. 
  8.     Clean off towels and any materials that will be reused. 
  9.     Restock the spill kit.
  10.     Review the procedures in place to prevent any other spills.