FAQ's
Why do I need “expensive” absorbents to clean up my oil spills when I can use sawdust?
According to the Community Fire Safety Bylaw – Section 28.1 and 2 – (Dust): 28. (1) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any other law, only approved water-based solutions or detergents, floor sweeping compounds and grease absorbents must be used for cleaning purposes. (2) The use of sawdust or similar combustible materials to soak up combustible or flammable substances spilled or dropped in the course of a process, is prohibited.
What are the South African regulations regarding emergency showers and showers?
OSH Act – General Safety Regulations (GSR) and Section 3 (First aid, emergency equipment and procedures), clause 8 & 9 clearly state the requirement for eye wash and showers: (8) Where an employee is exposed or can be exposed to a potential hazard of injury to the eye through contact with a biological or chemical substance, the employer concerned shall make sure that there is an eyewash fountain or any similar facilities, in the immediate vicinity of the workplace of such employee and that the employee is trained in the use thereof. (9) Where an employee at a workplace is exposed or can be exposed to a potential hazard of injury to or absorption through the skin as a result of sudden contact with a large amount of toxic, corrosive, high risk or similar hazardous substance, the employer concerned shall make sure that there is a fast-reacting deluge-shower with clean water or a similar facility in the immediate vicinity of the workplace of such employee and that the employee is trained in the use thereof.
What standards do your flammable and corrosive cabinets comply with?
All our flammable and corrosive cabinets comply with SANS-54470-1.
What standards do your safety cans comply with?
All the Justrite safety products are FM approved and comply with NFPA codes.
What are the benefits of using the FM Approved safety can over a Jerry Can that I can buy from the hardware store for a lot less?
Our FM approved safety cans are 100% leak proof, with a spring loaded lid and built-in flame arrester to prevent dissipate heat and prevent flashback. There is a positive pressure relief cap which automatically vents between 3 and 5 p.s.i. making our safety can virtually explosion proof.
What size sumps do your bunded pallets have?
All our bunded pallets conform to 110% of the single largest item or 25% of the combined total of items
What are the benefits of a bunded pallet?
The bunded pallet prevents environmental damage caused by accidental spillage and allows you to assess and manage the spill in a controlled manner (not in an emergency situation) as the spill has been contained within the open view sump. They can be moved around the premises as required.
What is Bio-Remediation?
Bioremediation is the process of using naturally occurring, safe and beneficial micro-organisms to degrade environmentally harmful contaminants and turn them into non-toxic compounds. In particular, these organisms will break down most petroleum hydrocarbons and transform them into harmless gases & water. Further, this natural process will produce valuable bio-nutrients that can be utilised by both plant and aquatic life. The process of bioremediation is listed as one of the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) innovative technologies.
What guarantees does Spill Doctor offer?
Our full range of products generally has a 3-year limited warranty, and our Steel Stores offer a 20 year structural guarantee. Please contact us for more details.