Typically, spills happen accidentally but you can improve your site
practices to minimise your risk:
• Keep your site tidy to prevent containers from being knocked over.
• Check all your containers regularly to make sure they are in
good condition and there are no leaks or spills hidden between
containers.
• Keep any hazardous substances away from the main doors and
drains, and in a designated covered, contained area on sealed
ground.
• Review your on-site practices. Ask yourself:
» Could your containers be moved to a part of the site where
they will be at lesser risk of being damaged or spilt?
» Could moving containers or drums around the site be made
easier and safer?
» Do you or your employees use suitable equipment to transfer
substances in or out of containers, such as funnels or pumps?
» Do you use drip trays or pads to capture drips and if so, is
there a way that you could prevent drips from occurring in the
first place?
For further assistance please contact Customer Service on 03 353 9007 or toll free on 0800 324 636. You can also visit our website www.ecan.govt.nz
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