SPILL RESPONSE GUIDE 1. BE PREPARED
2. BE SAFE
• Evaluate the types of materials and ensure they are clearly labelled • Minimise the volumes and ensure they are stored and handled correctly and the area is tidy • Ensure availability of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) • Do you have the necessary spill response equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) a in the right places? • Does everyone know what to do and have they practiced recently?
• If it’s an emergency evacuate the area and call emergency services • Identify the spill, what is it? • If necessary wear appropriate PPE
3. STOP THE SOURCE
4. PROTECT THE STORMWATER
• Locate the source and stop it • Close valves or taps, rotate punctured drums and plug leaks
• Block stormwater drains using drain covers, shut-off valves, pipe bungs, etc. • Confine or divert the spill with spill berms, socks, sand bags or other suitable material
5. NOTIFY
6. CLEAN UP
• Tell your supervisor, site foreman or manager • If necessary alert your Regional Council • Alert regulatory bodies or emergency services as required
• Where necessary neutralize hazardous substances • Use absorbents to clean up spilt liquids and place in a suitable container or bag • For large volume spills that are contained use a sucker truck • Clean up all residues without contaminating the stormwater system or soil
7. DISPOSE
8. RESTOCK & REVIEW
• Use a responsible waste disposal contractor • Remove contaminated material, absorbents, soil and PPE
• Immediately replace all used absorbents and PPE • Assess the cause and take necessary steps to prevent reoccurrence • Complete any necessary forms and communicate the lessons learned
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