{"id":1398,"date":"2017-07-24T09:46:10","date_gmt":"2017-07-24T16:46:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/?p=1398"},"modified":"2023-08-31T15:30:16","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T22:30:16","slug":"is-your-auto-shop-ready-for-a-spill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/is-your-auto-shop-ready-for-a-spill\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Your Auto Shop Ready for a Spill?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_1417\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1417\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1417 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-Profecional-car-mechanic-chan-158763191-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"car mechanic working on a vehicle\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-Profecional-car-mechanic-chan-158763191-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-Profecional-car-mechanic-chan-158763191-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-Profecional-car-mechanic-chan-158763191.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1417\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shop mechanic changing oil.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>In your auto repair shop, you have a lot on your plate. But while a little leak or spill might not seem like a big deal, a messy shop could come back to bite you in time \u2014 and slips, trips, and falls are nothing to joke about.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why, if you want to be able to focus on the work that matters \u2014 the auto repairs \u2014 you\u00a0must\u00a0be prepared for those leaks and auto shop spills first.<\/p>\n<h2>Prepare for every circumstance<\/h2>\n<p>When you work with all the oils and fluids that come with auto maintenance and vehicle repair, you\u2019re bound to experience a few leaks. But you can stop those leaks before they hit your floors with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/abzorboilmat.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Abzorb oil mat<\/a>. This durable mat not only protects your floors from rust and stains but also provides non-slip protection for mechanics\u2019 safety. Mats are great for both indoor and outdoor use and can even withstand vehicles of all shapes and sizes rolling over them without sustaining damage. They come in many different sizes to suit your specific needs and can last years before needing to be replaced.<\/p>\n<p>Need a higher volume solution to drips and leaks? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/drippans.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Drip pans<\/a> are easy to empty once they\u2019re filled, and you can replace the absorbent pillow each holds and reuse the pans long-term to save money.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, you can\u2019t always know where a spill or leak is going to happen. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/industrial-wipes-shop-rags.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shop rags<\/a> on hand for quick cleanup. And, in the event of a larger scale spill, you\u2019ll want to have heavier duty absorbents within reach, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/absorbent_pads.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">absorbent pads or rolls<\/a>, which come in universal absorbent materials for general use or oil absorbent material specifically for hydrocarbon-based fluids.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/absorbent_pads.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1088 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/shop-products-button.png\" alt=\"shop products\" width=\"165\" height=\"28\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>And stains and slips aren\u2019t the only things to worry about \u2014 if you do any work outdoors, it\u2019s important to make sure rainwater isn\u2019t carrying the pollutants you work with into the water system. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/stormwater-storm-water-management-products.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stormwater management<\/a> products can help keep your fluids out of the sewers and local water features.<\/p>\n<h2>Keep employees safe<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-179079205-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"auto shop garage car repair\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-179079205-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-179079205-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/bigstock-179079205.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>It\u2019s one thing to keep your floors safe and another to keep your mechanics safe. For those who stand throughout the day, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/anti-fatigue-mats.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">anti-fatigue mats<\/a> can protect their backs, legs, and ankles from strain.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have stairs in your auto repair shop? How about uneven surfaces or ramps? These are common sites for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/dont-fall-for-it-prevent-slip-and-fall-injuries-with-stair-treads\/\">slips, trips, and falls<\/a>. Installing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/safety-stair-treads.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">safety stair treads<\/a> can help you reduce the likelihood of an employee losing his or her footing on a step and putting him or herself at risk of injury.<\/p>\n<p>In your auto repair shop, you need to focus on your clients\u2019 vehicles. When you\u2019re prepared for spills and leaks, you can trust that your employees <em>and<\/em> your shop are protected and prepared for every eventuality. That way, you can keep your mind on your work.<\/p>\n<p><em>Not sure what kind of absorbents and safety materials you should have in your auto repair shop? The professionals at AbsorbentsOnline can help. Contact Travis Zdrazil at <a href=\"mailto:travis@absorbentsonline.com?Subject=Ask an Expert eNewsletter Response\">travis@absorbentsonline.com<\/a> or (800) 869-9633.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In your auto repair shop, you have a lot on your plate. But while a little leak or spill might not seem like a big deal, a messy shop could come back to bite you in time \u2014 and slips, trips, and falls are nothing to joke about. 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