Managing Outdoor Spills

November 2012

Outdoor spills can be more difficult to manage than indoor spills, and they have more potential to cause

environmental damage.

Preparing for outdoor spills requires different considerations in order to protect the environment and

achieve effective spill response.

Why outdoor spills are different

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• Different terrains There are no smooth surfaces outside, quick

spill response and effective spill clean up could prove difficult

• The proximity to water

There is more risk of spills reaching waterways and drains, so faster response is vital

Outdoor factors that affect spill response

The potential risks of outdoor spills can be overlooked if you don’t take into account the outdoor factors that can hinder spill response….

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• The proximity to the ground

Groundwater pollution happens quicker outdoors. More time will be spent

cleaning up a spill, resulting in increased fines and remediation costs

• The weather conditions Wet and windy conditions can delay response and damage spill equipment. UV damage can also occur.

Outdoor factors that affect spill response

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Industries where the majority of work is undertaken outdoors have a higher risk of

causing environmental damage.

There will be increased risk if you work in the following industries:• Construction & maintenance• Demolition businesses• Waste management business• Forestry operations• Vehicle & fleet maintenance businesses• Chemical Manufacturing• Mining• Utilities

High-risk Industries

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spillsTo prepare your company and ensure the risks of outdoor spills aren’t

overlooked there are some steps you can take:

1. Understand all outdoor issues

2. Identify polluting materials

3. Develop a maintenance programme

4. Develop a spill response plan

5. Conduct staff training

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