In the transport industry, a vehicle accident can have a catastrophic impact on the truck, trailer, cargo, and roadway. Emergency spill response is required if the accident causes vehicle fluid spills, such as diesel fuel, oil, coolant, etc. Team Pro-Enviro also responds to accidents that have lost cargo, whether the cargo was hazardous or not.
Quick spill recovery is vital to the safety of people, property and the environment. In addition, fast containment and hazardous spill response can help mitigate the cost of the accident and prevent costly penalties.
The Process of Emergency Spill Response
When Team Pro-Enviro responds to a spill recovery call, we usually work alongside government agencies like the Washington Department of Transportation and environmental protection agencies. Here is our general process for emergency spill response.
Safety Checks
First, if it hasn’t been done yet by local authorities or they haven’t arrived, we do a safety check of the scene. We want to ensure people are okay or getting the help they need and that the crashed vehicles will not cause more danger.
Assessment and Strategy
Next, we assess the scene and develop an emergency spill response strategy. We want to identify any hazardous materials, how much is spilled and the impact it will have on roadways, property and the natural environment. We determine the best course of action to prevent further damage (like fuel getting into a storm drain) and reduce the impact.
Then we put in safety measures to protect people and equipment and get to work.
Spill Containment
When the scene is declared safe, and the plan is in action, we first contain the spill. Sometimes, this means patching a cracked fuel tank, blocking the spill’s path or similar. We want to prevent further spread and ensure more hazardous material doesn’t spill out during transport.
Spill Recovery and Cleanup
It’s time to roll up our sleeves and get to work! Emergency spill response must only be done by a certified, professional company like Pro-Enviro. We have trained and certified employees, protective gear and spill recovery equipment and materials to get the job done right.
Hazardous Materials Disposal
A critical part of hazardous spill response is disposal. All materials, including material or soil that has been contaminated, must be disposed of correctly. To do so, you must have the right license to move and dispose of hazardous waste, ensure it is brought to a proper facility, and that the job is done according to local legislation.
When a hazardous spill happens, the last thing you want to do is start searching for an emergency spill response professional. Instead, keep Pro-Enviro in your contact list as part of your emergency preparedness strategy.
Call Pro-Enviro today to learn more about how we can help with emergency spill response!
