Chemical Spill Policy

1. Purpose This procedure outlines the steps to manage a chemical spill to minimise the potential for injury and damage to the environment.

2. Scope The procedure applies to any event that results in the uncontained spill of a hazardous substance within the ITW Envopak offices or factory.

3. References None

4. Definitions Major spill, minor spill. The nature of the spill is determined by the risk from the hazardous substance and the level of containment of the spill. An example of a minor spill is a slow oil leak. This poses a low risk as it is easily contained. An example of a major spill would be an un-bunded oil drum that has burst. The volume is large, and containment would be difficult.

5. Procedure

Major Spill: • Emergency procedures should consider the immediate danger to persons and ensure effective containment and clean up, appropriate disposal of waste material and notification to all relevant authorities especially if product is lost down drains. • Do not touch harmful substance. Take precautions to protect yourself if necessary. • If safe to do so shut down any equipment that may be running in the area. • Raise the alarm-evacuate persons not involved in contamination from the area. Isolate contaminated individuals and treat as per MSDS. If required contact a first aider. • Contact the senior management team (Steve White Ext xxxx, Steve Lawrence Ext 8086, Amie Platts Ext 8069) • Secure the area to keep non-emergency response personnel away from danger. • Assist the emergency services and supply MSDS’ where appropriate. • If safe to do so minimise the spread of contamination and commence clean up procedures.

Minor Spill: • Containment- spills should be cleaned up promptly and thoroughly. • Be prepared to switch to major spill in case of increased risk. • Approach with care. If you do not know the substance you are cleaning up, ask for advice. Never assume the spill is harmless. • Clean up the spill appropriately as indicated on relevant MSDS sheet. • Dispose of contaminated equipment and materials appropriately as indicated on the relevant MSDS sheet. The risk of a major spill is low however all personnel should be aware of what to do in such an event. 5.2 – Spill kits are available in the oil shed for minor spills. 5.3 – Minor spills should be reported via a safety catch (reference) 6. Reference Personnel All changes to this document shall be managed in line with our procedures policy (reference) 7. Documentation Safety Catch Card.