Spill containment is a set of procedures and equipment used to control, contain, and clean up hazardous material spills.
A set of practices and tools — including absorbent materials, containment berms, spill kits, and secondary containment structures — designed to limit the spread of a hazardous material release and protect workers, the environment, and property.
When a drum of solvent begins leaking in a warehouse, staff trained in spill response deploy absorbent booms to contain the liquid and prevent it from reaching a nearby floor drain.
A typical spill kit includes absorbent pads or booms, neutralizing agents (for certain chemicals), PPE such as gloves and goggles, disposal bags, and instructions specific to the materials handled on-site.
Depending on the spill's size and hazard level, response may be handled by trained employees for minor incidents, while larger or more hazardous spills often require specially trained hazmat responders.
No, spill containment planning is relevant anywhere hazardous materials are stored, transported, or used, including loading docks, maintenance areas, and vehicles carrying regulated substances.
Part of SafetyIQ's EHS glossary: plain-English definitions of workplace health and safety terms.
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