Interactive protocols for workplace chemical, oil, and general spills
In Australia, spill kits are colour-coded based on the liquid they are designed to absorb.
Click a spill scenario to see if your kit is the correct choice.
Before you touch a spill, you must identify it (check the SDS) and put on appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Select standard PPE for a hazardous chemical spill:
If you absorb the middle of a spill first, it will keep spreading! Follow the correct order of operations.
Step 1: Protect the environment. Click the most vulnerable area to block it.
Identify the spilled liquid. Read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Assess risks to people, property, and the environment. If it's highly toxic or massive, evacuate and call emergency services.