Spill Pallet products

Spill Pallets Overview

Spill pallets are essential tools for containing spills, leaks, or drips from containers holding hazardous materials such as chemicals, oils, or other liquids. They help prevent environmental contamination and ensure workplace safety by capturing spills before they can spread.

Types of Spill Pallets

1. Drum Spill Pallets:
   • Design: Specifically designed to hold standard 200-litre drums.
   • Usage: Ideal for storing and handling drums containing hazardous liquids. They typically have a sump capacity to contain spills from the drums. 
   • Features: Often include grates for easy drum placement and removal.
2. IBC Spill Pallets:
   • Design: Built to accommodate Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), which are larger than standard drums.
   • Usage: Used for storing and handling IBCs that contain bulk quantities of hazardous materials 
   • Features: Higher sump capacity to handle larger potential spills from IBCs 
3. Hard Tops:
   • Design: Spill pallets with a hardcover or enclosure.
   • Usage: Suitable for outdoor storage, protecting the contents from rain, debris, and other environmental factors 
   • Features: Roll-top or hinged covers that provide easy access while keeping the sump area clean and dry 

Uses of Spill Pallets

Spill pallets are used in various industries to:

• Contain Spills: Prevent hazardous substances from contaminating the environment.
• Enhance Safety: Reduce slip and fall hazards in the workplace.
• Comply with Regulations: Ensure adherence to environmental and safety regulations. 

Australian Regulations

In Australia, spill pallets must comply with several regulations to ensure environmental protection and workplace safety:

• Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997: Requires measures to prevent environmental harm from spills 
• WHS Regulations 2017: Governs the storage and handling of hazardous substances 
• Standards Australia: Provides guidelines for the construction and use of spill containment systems 

Who Should Have Spill Pallets on Site?

Spill pallets are essential for any facility that handles hazardous materials, including:

• Manufacturing Plants: Where chemicals and oils are used or produced.
• Warehouses: Storing large quantities of hazardous substances.
• Mining Sites: Handling fuels, lubricants, and other hazardous materials.
• Laboratories: Using chemicals that require safe storage and handling