Spill Control Knowledge Centre
Practical guides to help you choose the right spill control, containment and workplace safety products.
Our Spill Control Knowledge Centre is designed to help businesses make informed decisions about spill response, secondary containment and liquid management. These guides explain key product types, common selection mistakes, compliance considerations and best practice guidance for industrial and commercial environments.
Whether you are choosing spill kits, absorbents or spill pallets, these resources provide practical information to help you select the right solution for your site.
Need help choosing spill control products? Contact Spill Containment UK for practical advice and support selecting the right products for your workplace.
Spill Control Buying Guides
The Complete Guide To Spill Kits
Learn how to choose the right spill kit, including oil, chemical and general purpose options, spill kit sizes, placement and common mistakes.
The Complete Guide To IBC Spill Pallets
Understand IBC spill pallet options, sump capacity, covered storage, forkliftable models and how to choose the correct secondary containment.
The Complete Guide To Drum Spill Pallets
Find out how to choose drum spill pallets, including 1, 2 and 4 drum options, sump capacity, covered models and recycled spill pallets.
The Complete Guide To Industrial Absorbents
Learn about oil, chemical and general purpose absorbents, including pads, socks, pillows, rolls, drum toppers and sustainable alternatives.
The Complete Guide To Hazardous Storage Cupboards
Learn about hazardous substance cupboards, acid and alkali cupboards, security cupboards, COSHH considerations and common storage mistakes.
The Complete Guide To Leak Diverters
Learn how leak diverters work, where they are used, how to choose the right size and how they help protect buildings, equipment and stock from water damage.
The Complete Guide To Emergency Safety Showers & Eyewash Stations
Learn how emergency safety showers and eyewash stations work, when they may be required and how to choose the right system for your workplace.
The Complete Guide To Spill Control Site Surveys
Learn how spill control surveys help identify risks, assess existing equipment and improve spill preparedness across industrial and commercial sites.
Why Use These Guides?
Choosing the wrong spill control product can lead to poor spill response, increased waste, compliance issues and unnecessary costs. These guides are written to help you understand the differences between products and make a more informed decision before buying.
Each guide includes practical advice on product selection, common mistakes, workplace applications and frequently asked questions.
Need Further Advice?
If you are unsure which spill control products are suitable for your site, our team can provide practical guidance based on the liquids you store, your working environment and your spill response requirements.
Contact Spill Containment UK for help choosing the right spill control products for your workplace.
Last updated: 17 June 2026