PRATT Safety Systems Catalogue - Edition 03 - Flipbook - Page 44
THE NINE STEPS TO
EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE
STEP 1
ASSESS
Assess risk.
STEP 2
IDENTIFY
Identify type of material spilled
and the source. Use spill
identification chart to ensure
correct absorbent material is
used.
STEP 5
CONTROL
Control the spill by closing valves,
rotating punctured drums and
plugging leaks where it is possible
and safe to do so.
STEP 6
CLEAN UP
Clean up using absorbent materials.
STEP 3
PROTECT
Protect yourself by wearing the
appropriate protective gear for
the situation – if the source or
the materials are identifiable,
assume the worst.
STEP 7
DISPOSE
Dispose of used absorbents and spilt
liquids in accordance with local laws.
STEP 8
STEP 4
CONTAIN
Contain the liquid and create
a barrier around drains using
booms.
DECONTAMINATE
Decontaminate all tools and reusable
materials properly before reuse.
STEP 9
RESTOCK
PRATT SAFETY | ENVIRONMENTAL AND SITE SAFETY SOLUTIONS
Restock materials and safety
equipment used in any clean-up
operation.
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