Oil/Hydrocarbon-General Purpose/Universal Spill Kits — Technical Information & Usage Guidance
Absorbency Summary
Pads absorb up to 1.4L each
Socks (1.2mtr) absorb up to 6L each and (3mtr) absorb up to 15L each
Pillows absorb up to 9L each
Loose absorbents (peat, mineral sponge, spillfix): variable capacity depending on application rate
Material Summary
This combined spill kit contains two absorbent types:
Oil‑Only (White) Absorbents
Polypropylene absorbents designed for hydrocarbon spills. Repels water and absorbs oil, petrol, diesel, hydraulic fluid, and lubricants.
General Purpose/Universal (Grey) Absorbents
Polypropylene absorbents designed for mixed‑liquid spills. Absorbs oils, lubricants, coolants, paints, water‑based solutions, and non‑aggressive chemicals.
Suitability
This dual‑absorbent kit is suitable for workplaces where both hydrocarbon spills and mixed‑liquid spills may occur.
Typical environments include:
Workshops and engineering facilities
Warehouses and transport depots
Maintenance areas and machine rooms
Construction sites and heavy equipment operations
Marinas, boatyards, ports, and aviation hangars
Processing plants and manufacturing lines
Any workplace storing or using both oils and water‑based liquids
This kit provides flexibility where spill types vary day‑to‑day or where multiple liquid hazards exist in the same area.
Limitations
Not suitable for:
Strong acids
Strong alkalis
Oxidisers
Highly reactive chemicals
Unknown substances
For these spill types, a Chemical (Yellow) Spill Kit is required.
Compliance Note
Supports HSWA and EPA requirements for managing hydrocarbon spills and general liquid spills in New Zealand workplaces.
PPE Kit (varies by environment)
Oil/Hydrocarbon-General Purpose/Universal Spill Kits include PPE appropriate for the environment they are used in.
Standard PPE Kit
Used in workshops, warehouses, transport, construction, and aviation hangars. Includes: • Apron • Nitrile disposable gloves • Safety glasses • P2 respirator mask • Waste disposal bag • DG labels (general hazard classes)