What is the difference between universal, chemical and oil spill kits?

How to recognize and use universal, chemical and oil spill kits?

This article systematically explains how to choose and use absorbent cotton from five aspects: classification of spill kits, shape recognition absorbent cotton, basic parameters, application fields, how to choose and use absorbent cotton, and explains and explains in detail how to make detailed plans, comprehensive training, and systematic treatment;

1. Classification of absorbent product functions: universal spill kits, chemical spill kits, oil spill kits three categories;

1) Oil spill kits are professionally suitable for absorbing petroleum hydrogen, hydrocarbons, etc. without absorbing water; Wellguarding oil spill kits are used to professionally absorb surface products, and can also be used for oily liquids on the surface during rainy days. The internal filling is polypropylene that absorbs oil and repels water. When this type of product is used on the water surface, it does not absorb water, so the cell will still float on the water surface after leaking liquid and will not sink to the bottom of the water (only oil); product categories include oil absorbent sock, oil absorbent pad and oil absorbent pillow for selection. Wellguarding oil absorbent series is marked in white, while overpack salvage drum oil spill kit and other package products are clearly marked;

2) Chemical spill kits series is suitable for acid, corrosive and other chemical liquids. Chemical spill kits are suitable for leaks of acid, corrosive and other hazardous liquids. At the same time, HAZ-MAT spill kits are also suitable for leaks of unknown liquids. Chemical spill kits product categories include chemical absorbent pad, chemical absorbent sock, chemical absorbent pillow and overpack salvage drum chemical spill kit, etc., and their labels are marked in yellow for more obvious distinction.

3) Universal spill kits are suitable for oil, water, coolant, solvent, pigment, dye and other unknown liquids; the internal filling is polypropylene with surface activation treatment, so it can absorb non-petroleum liquids (universal); universal spill kits are specially used for leaks of non-hazardous liquids such as oil, water, coolant and solvent. Such as universal absorbent sock, universal absorbent pad and universal absorbent pillow are available for selection. Universal absorbent cotton is marked in gray. The above products are all wrapped in polypropylene non-woven fabrics treated with surface activation agents and sewn with thread. The outer layer of the fabric is extremely tough and durable, and has extremely strong adsorption properties, thereby absorbing the leaked liquid to flow to the adsorption cotton, effectively preventing the spread of the leakage. After twisting and squeezing, the product can recover 72% of the leaked liquid.

2. Classification of absorbent pad products

1) Absorbent pad is suitable for small-area leakage treatment. When using, you can directly put the Wellguarding absorbent pad on the liquid surface. The leaked liquid will be quickly absorbed, which is safe and convenient.

2) Absorbent roll is suitable for indoor floor leakage treatment. When a leak occurs, the operator can directly spread it on the ground for absorption. In addition, since absorbent rolls are all tear-off self-service packaging, they can also replace absorbent pads for operation when necessary.

3) Absorbent sock is suitable for large-area or multi-capacity leakage. You can first use Wellguarding absorbent sock to circle the leakage range and gradually narrow the leakage range. According to the actual leakage area, choose an absorbent sock of appropriate length. When circumscribing, make sure that the joints at both ends of the absorbent sock overlap to form a strong barrier for the leak.

4) Absorbent pillow is used alone or in conjunction with absorbent sock. When using, the operator can directly put the absorbent pillow on a larger area (or after the absorbent sock has circled the range) of leaked liquid to directly and quickly absorb the leaked liquid. Adequate preparation All potential risk areas must be prepared by specific persons in charge to develop emergency plans and enhance risk awareness. This smart and simple method can minimize possible injuries to workers, ensure property safety, and reduce the potential for leaking liquids to damage the surrounding environment.

3. Basic parameters:

Storage requirements-----Keep away from moisture, open flames, and heaters

Harmfulness----Harmless

Stability----Stable

Autoignition point----825 degrees Fahrenheit

Melting point----300~400 degrees Fahrenheit

Incineration----Can be burned into less than 0.2% ash, and each pound of product can release 18,000 BTU of heat after burning.

4. Application areas:

manufacturing, transportation, petrochemical industry, maritime emergency rescue, ports, aviation, public security firefighting, medical industry, energy and power industry, environmental protection bureau, military, food processing industry, and any other place where leaked liquids need to be removed.

1) Industrial manufacturing is used in all places where liquid leakage or oil and chemical storage and distribution may occur, including warehouse areas, around machines and pipelines, near oil tanks and equipment, under trains and trucks, near valves, under aircraft, workbenches, etc.

2) Automobile, aircraft and train manufacturing plants - Plastic, injection molding, mold factories - Steel factories and mines - Machinery factories, metal processing plants - Oil refineries - Shipyards - Chemical plants - Food processing plants - Paper mills - Optical fiber/cable plants

3) Marine is mainly used to control and clean up oil and chemical leaks, detoxification areas, first aid kits on ships or ports, etc.

4) Port terminals - Coastal defense - Leak prevention contractors - Fire prevention departments - Environmental cleanup companies - Emergency centers

5) Other service industries Public and private service industries are also major users of absorbent cotton, power supply departments - Military institutions - Municipal water treatment plants - Public transportation - Airport and airline service agencies Auto repair.

5. How to choose and use universal, chemical and oil spill kits?

1) Detailed planning

8 necessary steps for proper preparation

① List all liquids in the storage space in detail in the form of a list (regardless of the degree of danger).

② Include detailed statistics for each liquid.

③ Clearly distinguish "dangerous" or "prone to spill" areas and post eye-catching signs.

④ The dedicated person in charge of each area must count the names and quantities of liquids that may spill in his or her area of responsibility.

⑤ The dedicated person in charge must also regularly update the material safety data sheet (MSDS) of the liquid in his or her area of responsibility.

⑥ According to the type of liquid in different areas, the correct liquid matching utensils must be selected and the accessories must be cleaned regularly.

⑦ A quick emergency plan must be formulated for unconventional situations such as weather, and a specific implementation plan must be formulated to store the liquid in other areas.

⑧ The dedicated person in charge is also responsible for checking all utensils for liquids and regularly cleaning and repairing them to ensure they are in good condition.

2) Comprehensive training Training targets:

Regional safety personnel and other stakeholders involved in the collaboration. Trainers should regularly conduct "best use" awareness and operation training for the participants, so that the trainees can increase their knowledge of liquid leakage control and cleaning methods, minimize potential hazards, and appropriately adjust to the best consolidation time for re-training or in-depth training to enhance the emergency confidence and ability of the handlers.

Training course: interactive 4 steps

① Initial stage: teaching training, establish a sense of responsibility between the training group and individuals.

② Mid-term: stage simulation training, actual combat practice for liquid leakage, improve leakage prevention skills and strengthen classroom training.

③ Late stage: review each simulated liquid leakage process in a cyclic scenario, and improve the setting of the corresponding potential danger area.

④ Final stage: conduct staged training for the participants and the surrounding people as much as possible, and collect the practical feedback of the participants on the leaked liquid.

3) Systematic handling

① Assess the situation of emergency evacuation of the surrounding people: Assess the liquid leakage situation and identify the spilled objects as much as possible. Principle: Safety first!

② Select appropriate personal protective equipment: Select appropriate protective clothing and equipment to handle liquid leakage. If the leak has not been identified, it should be temporarily identified as the most dangerous liquid.

③ Block, transfer, and collect the leak: Use Wellguarding absorbent sock and (or) absorbent pillow to stop the flow of liquid before the liquid leak spreads.

④ Stop the leak: If possible, stop the source of the leak. Simple actions such as closing valves or straightening the round bucket.

⑤ Evaluate the accident feedback: Once the leak is under control, re-evaluate the situation and formulate a cleanup plan again.

⑥ Implement the cleanup plan: Use Wellguarding absorbent pad and absorbent pillow to handle the leak and safely dispose of contaminated items.

⑦ Purification: For the location where the leak occurred, the relevant personnel and equipment that came into contact with the leak must be cleaned and disinfected.

⑧ Documentation: Record the incident and the handling process, and organize the leak handling report and other related documentation.

4) Special instructions: 

a. Assess the critical situation and evacuate the surrounding people. Assess the liquid leakage situation and identify the spilled liquid as much as possible. Principle: Safety first! 

b. Choose appropriate protective clothing and equipment to deal with the liquid leak. If the leak has not yet been identified, it should be set to the highest hazard level. 

c. If possible, immediately stop the source of the leak. Simple actions such as closing valves or straightening the drum. 

d. Once the leak is effectively controlled, reassess the situation and develop a clean-up plan again. 

e. Safely dispose of the used absorbent cotton.