When considering oil spill kits, or any other version of spill kits, we at EcoSpill often stress the importance of employee familiarity. Every member of your team must be up to date on the deployment methods, and also, storage locations.
As with nearly any piece of equipment, our spill kits are only as useful as the folks employing them. Done properly, they can ensure that a spill does not go any further than it’s initial drop point. But there are a number of rules to follow to ensure that this is done properly.
The modern firm has to focus on more than just their product. In the era of online reviews and rapid-fire news feeds, you must be aware of your impact upon both your clients, and your local environment. Not only can spills and carelessness net you a hefty fine from the local government, but it can hurt your bottom line.
Much is made about the importance of keeping caustic chemicals out of the wrong hand within the home. Anyone who has hosted young children knows the curiosity of youth, and locking away anything that can be potentially ingested is essentially the First Law of Parenting. But these principles can, and should be, applied in the workplace.