{"id":1452,"date":"2020-12-28T05:17:10","date_gmt":"2020-12-28T13:17:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/?p=1452"},"modified":"2023-11-05T13:45:51","modified_gmt":"2023-11-05T21:45:51","slug":"spill-containment-pallet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/spill-containment-pallet\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Spill Containment Pallet, Anyway?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spill pallets prevent your 55-gallon drum or tote contents from going down the drain<\/em><\/h2>\n
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Capture drum overflow and leaks with a forkliftable spill containment pallet<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

You may already have a drum spill kit or two: convenient drums filled with all you need to handle different types of spills safely and quickly. But what if you could clean up a leak or spill before it happened?<\/p>\n

A spill containment pallet allows you to do just that, and it\u2019s exactly what it sounds like: a pallet with sump capacity. In other words, if your drum leaks, the potential spillage is\u00a0already<\/em>\u00a0contained.<\/p>\n

Many different containment options and features are available. Optional drain plug outlets enable easy cleaning. There are also modular, nestable, and forkliftable models to choose from. Units are capable of handling different gallon spill and load capacities.<\/p>\n

Why are spill pallets necessary?<\/h3>\n
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Spill containment helps protect the environment from oil, flammable, and other hazardous materials<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

A \u201cjust in case\u201d backup system for hazardous material storage vessel leaks isn\u2019t just a smart idea. It\u2019s also necessary for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) compliance. Specifically, the\u00a0Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure<\/a>\u00a0(SPCC) and Facility Response Plan (FRP) rules.<\/p>\n

The EPA put Secondary Containment and Impracticability<\/a> requirements into place to protect natural bodies of water from oil. If you handle oil in your workplace, the rules state you must have a secondary line of defense in case of oil spills or leaks.<\/p>\n

A spill containment pallet is the perfect way to meet these requirements. Additionally, they can help comply with Container Storage Regulation 40 CFR 264.175 and UFC Spill Containment Regulations. Plus, meet\u00a0OSHA guidelines<\/a>\u00a0for hazmat operations and emergency response.<\/p>\n

Spill containment pallet types<\/h2>\n

Spill containment pallets<\/a> come in many sizes, types, and materials so you can pick the best products for your facility\u2019s specific needs.\u00a0As well as 55-gallon drum containment, there are options for IBC totes and everything in between. Designs include a variety of features, such as units with or without drains.<\/p>\n

Here’s a quick overview of the different options available, and their purposes.<\/p>\n

Spill platforms<\/h4>\n
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Low-profile spill pallets are ideal for easy 55-gallon drum loading<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

The most traditional spill containment pallet form, these platforms are also available in modular units that can handle an unlimited number of drums.<\/p>\n

Most of these spill platforms<\/a> are low profile which makes it easy to load drums onto them from wooden pallets. The higher profile and capacity platforms have forklift pockets.<\/p>\n

Economy spill pallets<\/h4>\n

These tray-style spill pallets<\/a> are more affordable than standard spill platforms. This option includes one-, two-, and four-drum models that do not include removable grates. As well, a newer, flexible model offers spill control that holds up to six drums.<\/p>\n

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A locking outdoor drum containment unit limits access and keeps contents safe from weather<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Outdoor drum storage<\/h4>\n

Looking for an\u00a0outdoor spill pallet<\/a>? These heavy-duty, weather-resistant storage options will keep your outdoor drums EPA-compliant and protect them from the elements.<\/p>\n

Units with a lockable cover not only offer protection against inclement weather but also from unauthorized access.<\/p>\n

Intermediate bulk container pallets<\/h4>\n
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Some bulk container pallets have a bucket shelf to hold a leak-catching pail<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

If you have an intermediate bulk container (IBC), a standard sump isn\u2019t enough to meet secondary containment regulations. Instead, you\u2019ll need an\u00a0IBC pallet<\/a> for a higher gallon spill volume.<\/p>\n

These large-capacity containment sumps are available in standard, modular, and hardtop options. Removable grates allow for easy spill cleanup.<\/p>\n

Stackable and drum-dispensing workstations<\/h4>\n
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Save on space but retain easy dispensing access with a stackable drum workstation<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Need to save some space in your facility? These stackable workstations<\/a>\u00a0can open up more available floor space. Plus, drum-dispensing options make it easy to dispense chemicals safely without compromising secondary containment.<\/p>\n

Available in both indoor and outdoor models, there are also expandable and mobile units available.<\/p>\n

Portable pallets<\/h4>\n

If you need spill containment pallets for temporary or emergency use, portable drum containment berms<\/a> may be the best option.<\/p>\n

Lightweight but strong, they are compact enough to store in vehicles or stow on a shelf. These polyethylene units do not have built-in drains.<\/p>\n

Consider your requirements<\/h3>\n

Every workplace is different, so yours may require different secondary spill containment solutions than another business. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to choose the right<\/em> spill containment pallets for your specific needs.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re choosing spill containment pallets for the first time, you\u2019ll want to collect some information before you shop:<\/p>\n