Spill containment

Contamination is a growing issue in mining Hydrocarbon pollution from spills is an inevitable part of mining, and spills over 19.9 litres must be reported and treated. But many treatment options are costly, time-consuming and contribute to further environmental risks. Sending contaminated soil to high-temperature incinerators to be treated contributes to serious emissions. Physical [...]

Over the last several years, the importance of and focus on the environmental impact of your business has increasingly grown. Now, many companies that may have previously been more concerned about the financial implications of ensuring their business is doing their part for the environment are following suit. Businesses now are more aware about their [...]

Deciding if, when and what spill solutions to implement at your workplace isn’t your decision alone. There are specific EPA and OH&S regulations that mandate what you should have onsite in terms of spill containment. These regulations are put in place to keep business, the environment and staff safe – but many people are confused [...]

They say preparation is key, and when it comes to your spill solutions, truer words have never been spoken. Putting in the effort to properly prepare your site for spills is not only important for safety, but can save you time, energy and significant costs later down the line. As we discussed last month, the [...]

Just like failing to apply sunscreen until after you’ve experienced a bad burn, spill containment often isn’t thought about until a spill actually happens. Worksite spills aren’t often at the forefront of your mind – spill solutions come at a cost, and it can be pretty easy to pretend it’s not important or necessary. But [...]