Spill Containment and Spill Cleanup Solutions
Sorbents and blue shop towel grime-fighters help keep your workplace clean and dry Day-to-day work in machine shops can include contact with any number of hazardous materials. When it comes to liquids that often means solvents, coolants, and … [Continue reading]
Workplace cold weather advice and safety tips for the winter months Winter is here, and cold temperatures bring unique safety risks for those who work outdoors. For instance, frostbite and hypothermia are risks due to lost body heat (especially … [Continue reading]
Tips on Fuel Leak Containment Systems and Spill Prevention Does your company have a fuel containment plan in the event of a spill? Whether it’s petrol-based gasoline, diesel or kerosene, fuel is a highly flammable liquid that can lead to fires and … [Continue reading]
Everything you need to know about mercury spill kits and safe clean up Also referred to as quicksilver, liquid mercury is a highly toxic chemical that’s often found in a variety of workplace devices. Just a few examples include thermometers, … [Continue reading]
4 Reasons Why Drain Covers Make Good Business Sense It’s a common assumption among industrial businesses that storm drain covers are more of a ‘luxury’ rather than an actual need. After all, what’s the point of covering your storm drains if there’s … [Continue reading]
Tips for choosing hazardous material safety cabinet storage solutions Heavy duty safety storage cabinets are the first line of defense against fires, spills and contamination. As their name suggests, these cabinets ‘safely’ store hazardous … [Continue reading]
Why absorbent floor matting is a smart business decision Purchasing absorbent mats for your business is a smart investment that will pay off in the form of a cleaner, safer workplace. No matter how hard you try to prevent it, spills are bound to … [Continue reading]
Temporary floating containment for oil spills An oil containment boom is a large, maneuverable flotation device that’s used to contain an oil or chemical spill within a water area. They help reduce the potential for environmental pollution and assist … [Continue reading]
Learn the essentials for workplace emergency preparedness It’s easy to think “It couldn’t happen to me” — until it does. Too often, we don’t focus on workplace emergency preparedness until disaster strikes. And by then, it’s already too … [Continue reading]
Stormwater drains are a leading cause of water pollution When a storm comes through, rainfall quickly flows over your outdoor loading ramps, staircases, and other paved areas. It’s easy to dismiss any stormwater pollutants that may be washing away … [Continue reading]