Get ready for work—you must wear:

• a work shirt and pants,
• work shoes with composite toe caps and puncture-resistant soles,
• work gloves,
• dust mask,
• safety glasses.

Before you start work, remember that in order to proceed with repairs, you must:

• Complete health and safety training and on-the-job training,
• Have no health contraindications to performing the work.
• Be familiar with the operating instructions for the machines and equipment used at your workplace. 

Before starting work:

• Secure the spill site.
• Prepare the appropriate sorbent (read the operating instructions) for the type of spilled substance. 
• Put on the required personal protective equipment.

During work:

• Assess whether evacuation from the spill site is necessary. 
• If necessary, contain the spill to prevent it from spreading over a larger area (e.g., use absorbent hoses, oil barriers, or sealing barriers).
• Spread the appropriate amount of sorbent and, if necessary, mix it with the liquid using a brush. 
• Collect the used sorbent thoroughly (in a sealed container). Full containers are sent for disposal to an appropriate company. 
• Make a note of the incident. Include, among other things, the date, course of events, method of securing the spill, and conclusions. Forward the note to your supervisor.

After finishing work:

• Make sure that the spill has been completely contained and that the surface is clean and dry.
• Secure the container with the used sorbent.
• Clean up the work area, clean the equipment, and return it to its designated place.
• Clean protective clothing and prepare it for reuse. 

What NOT to do?

• Attempt to wash away the spilled substance with water. 
• Use sorbent that is not suitable for the substance in question. 
• Dispose of used sorbent in bins not intended for this purpose. 
• Attempt to remove the spill without personal protective equipment. 

Failure or accident?

• If something breaks down, stop using the tool and report the fault to your supervisor.
• If an accident has occurred, do not move anything and inform your supervisor.
• In the event of an accident, immediately administer first aid to the injured person and, if necessary, call the emergency services.