Workplace and Environment

Guidance note - oil storageYou can't store oil in any old container. It must be specifically designed for the purpose and capable of preventing the contents from getting into the ground surface. Oil storage guidance noteThe exact content and requireme... Read more

Guidance note - pollution response planAlthough you should have done your best to prevent a spill, one may still occur. However, quick and efficient action can minimise the impact and save you the cost of a clean up operation or even prosecution.Poll... Read more

Oil storage checklistYou need to keep a close eye on your oil storage. This means that you should carry out regular checks on your storage systems and any areas in which oil is being used or decanted. Checking standards are being maintainedTo help yo... Read more

Noise monitoring and assessment policy and procedureIf you've recognised that noise may be an issue, the next step is to assess and monitor the noise levels. Having a formal policy and procedure in place will help your staff to identify if there's a pr... Read more

Environmental noise monitoring record The only way of identifying whether your site is creating excessive noise is to complete a full survey, carry out monitoring and record your results. As this will involve the use of specialist noise equipment, it... Read more

Low noise hire and purchasing policyPurchasing equipment that's noisy could create a problem that's both expensive and time consuming to solve. So if you adopt a policy of buying low noise equipment wherever possible, you'll minimise the potential amoun... Read more

Guidance note - oil separatorsIn accordance with Environment Agency guidance, oil separators (or interceptors) should be installed on surface water drainage systems where the potential exists for pollution such as oil, diesel and petrol to enter your... Read more