Choosing the right spill kit for your workplace is vital to ensuring the safety of your team and members of the public and will involve considering several factors to ensure that your spill kit meets the specific needs of your business. In this blog, we will discuss some basic steps to help you select the most appropriate spill kit for your workplace. Carry out an Assessment of Potential Hazards Identify the types of substances or materials present in your workplace that could potentially result in a spill. Some common hazardous substances in the workplace may include acids, caustic substances, disinfectants, glues, pesticides, oils, and solvents. You should understand the properties of these substances and any specific risks associated with them. You should also consider the less obvious substances found in workplaces such as paints, detergents, and fuels used in machinery. Evaluate Potential Spill Quantities You will need to carry out an evaluation of possible spill sizes – you will need to estimate the maximum volume of potential spills in your workplace. This evaluation will help you to choose the size of a spill kit, or the number of spill kits, required to adequately protect your workplace based on absorbent capacity. You might consider worst-case scenarios or past spill incidents to get a rough idea of the possible spill volumes you may typically encounter. As a general rule, the size and quantity of the spill kit you need should be: Understand Spill Response Requirements Different spills at the workplace may require READ MORE