Spill Kits

Spill Kits are essential safety tools designed to manage and clean up spills of hazardous substances, such as chemicals, oils, and other liquids.

In Australia,  AS 1940:2017, The Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids requires spill response kits to be always available in workplaces.

The kit must be readily available where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, dispensed, or in transit storage. It should include absorbent pads, booms, loose absorbent material, and contaminated waste bags packed in a weather-resistant container.

The spill response kit should be positioned within 15 meters of the tank fill point. 

Additionally, under the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations, workplaces must have appropriate spill containment systems and spill kits if there is any risk of hazardous chemical spills.

Failure to adhere to this regulation can result in penalties of up to $6,000 for individuals and $30,000 imposed on companies.

Ensuring your workplace complies with these standards not only helps avoid penalties but also promotes a safer and more environmentally responsible operation.