Environmental Precautions: Checklist

• Keep lids on containers of solvents;
• Only use the minimum quantity;
• Consider alternative materials;
• Minimize over-spray when painting.
• Use the correct equipment for collecting refrigerants;
• Don't burn garbage or materiel on site.

Always adhere to the following disposal and spillage prevention instructions:

• Never pour anything down a drain without first checking that it is environmentally safe to do so, and that it does not contravene any local regulations.
• Store liquids in a walled area.
• Make sure that taps on liquid containers are secure and cannot be accidentally turned on.
• Protect bulk storage tanks from vandalism by locking the valves.
• Transfer liquids from one container to another in an area away from open drains.
• Ensure lids are replaced securely on containers.
• Have spill kits available near to points of storage and handling of liquids.

Always adhere to the following:

• Don't pour or spill anything onto the soil or bare ground.
• Don't store waste materials on bare ground, see 'Spillage prevention' list.