SPEAKMAN OAS01 Oil-Only Absorbent Sock

The OAS01 is a flexible oil-only absorbent sock sold here as one piece. Its elongated form can be selected where a flat pad is less convenient around a suitable local leak.

Format and capacity

SPEAKMAN OAS01 Oil-Only Absorbent Sock: Model: OAS01. Material: Polypropylene. Colour: White. Listed size: 7.6 cm × 1.2 m. Supply: One sock.

Check the expected spill and the contact surface before choosing the sock arrangement. The supplier carton capacity does not describe one sock. Used absorbents retain the hazards of the collected liquid and require the correct waste handling.

Selecting the right equipment

Base the selection on the substance, likely quantity and working location. Check the current safety data sheet and the equipment compatibility information. A colour code or broad product name is a useful identifier, but it is not a substitute for confirming the actual liquid and the response method.

Compare complementary spill kits and containment equipment when planning storage and response points. Select suitable personal protective equipment for the task and the people assigned to it. The pictured assortment or container is representative; the stated supply unit and agreed contents list determine the order.

Readiness and care

Store unused absorbents clean and dry, away from routine contamination. Inspect the planned leak-control location and replace used material before it becomes ineffective. Keep suitable waste packaging available and dispose of contaminated material according to the collected substance and site arrangements.

Keep inspection and replenishment details with the workplace response plan. Consult the HSE guidance on controlling hazardous substances when reviewing the wider control arrangements. Browse the full safety equipment range for the other items identified by the site assessment.