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Spill collection trays contain liquid spills from drums, tanks and IBC containers, stopping them reaching the ground, drains or groundwater. They are needed in chemical storage warehouses, workshops and places where hazardous substances are stored. Workplace safety legislation (Italian Legislative Decree 81/2008) requires spills to be prevented, and the capacity must be chosen according to the largest container.

For a single 200-litre drum there are trays for one or more drums, including on wheels, such as drum trolleys with a collection tray. IBC tanks need dedicated containment bunds, with a capacity greater than the volume of the container. Check the material: galvanised steel or steel for hazardous liquids, or plastic for less demanding uses.

Portable and flexible trays are laid out where a leak could fall, before moving the container. They must be kept clean and free of folds that create leak points, and emptied straight after use in line with the waste regulations. In the event of a spill, wear the protective equipment shown in the product's safety data sheet and cordon off the area before intervening.

Storage units for compressed gas and LPG cylinders are chosen according to the number of cylinders and the type of gas, and must be placed outdoors, ventilated and protected from impact. The collection includes steel storage units and cabinets for outdoor storage, as well as hot-dip galvanised steel cylinder pallets and baskets. The positioning must be defined with the risk assessment and the rules on flammable gases.

Emergency showers and eyewash stations are used to immediately flush the eyes and body after contact with chemical or corrosive substances. They must be installed in places reachable within a few seconds, free of obstacles and clearly signposted, and connected to a water supply. The choice and location depend on the workplace risk assessment, in compliance with safety legislation.

Modular containers for 1000-litre IBCs and for hazardous substances allow vessels and liquids to be stored in a structure separate from the rest of the warehouse. They are used in chemical companies, laboratories and warehouses of hazardous products. Sheet-metal skips and containers, on the other hand, are used to handle and store materials and components. For a chemical container, check the fit-out, ventilation and access.

Metal pallets and steel big bag holders are chosen according to the weight of the load and the environment. The hot-dip galvanised pallet offers corrosion protection better suited to outdoor or damp areas. The big bag holder with a 100-litre movable tray is designed to support bags of material. Always check the capacity shown on the rating plate before loading.