A 240 litre oil-only spill kit in a mobile yellow wheelie bin for rapid containment and absorption of petroleum oil, diesel, petrol, and hydraulic fluid spills at large construction sites, bulk fuel storage areas, and high-risk plant locations.
This kit is for oil-based spills only. Not suitable for chemical or water-based spills.
- Oil-only hydrophobic absorbents for petroleum oils, diesel, petrol, and hydraulic fluids
- 100 absorbent pads for high-volume bulk spill absorption
- 20 absorbent socks for spill containment and perimeter berming
- 10 hazard waste bags for disposal of used absorbents as controlled waste
- Yellow wheeled bin with flip-top lid, deployable by one person
- Absorbs up to 240 litres of oil-based liquid
240 Litre Oil-Only Spill Kit - Wheelie Bin Pads and Socks
A 240 litre oil-only spill kit in a mobile yellow wheelie bin for rapid containment and absorption of petroleum oil, diesel, petrol, and hydraulic fluid spills at large construction sites, bulk fuel storage areas, and high-risk plant locations.
This kit is for oil-based spills only. Not suitable for chemical or water-based spills.
- Oil-only hydrophobic absorbents for petroleum oils, diesel, petrol, and hydraulic fluids
- 100 absorbent pads for high-volume bulk spill absorption
- 20 absorbent socks for spill containment and perimeter berming
- 10 hazard waste bags for disposal of used absorbents as controlled waste
- Yellow wheeled bin with flip-top lid, deployable by one person
- Absorbs up to 240 litres of oil-based liquid
- Buy 3 for £374.10 £311.75 each and save 10%
- Buy 6 for £319.92 £266.60 each and save 23%
| BULK DISCOUNT | 3 | 6 |
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| Price | £311.75 £374.10 | £266.60 £319.92 |
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A 240 litre oil-only spill kit in a mobile yellow wheelie bin for rapid containment of petroleum oil, diesel, petrol, and hydraulic fluid spills. With 100 absorbent pads, 20 absorbent socks, and 10 hazard waste bags, it provides twice the response capacity of the 120 litre variant, enough to contain and absorb the full contents of a 205 litre oil drum with margin. One person can wheel the bin to the affected point, form a containment berm with the socks, and deploy the pads immediately without additional equipment.
This kit is oil-only. It must not be used for chemical spills, acid spills, or water-based fluid spills.
Why the 240L Capacity Matters for Larger Sites
A 205 litre oil drum failure, a hydraulic system rupture on a large excavator, or a tank connection failure at a bulk refuelling point can all release volumes that exceed the 120 litre kit's capacity. The 240L kit provides the response volume needed for these scenarios without requiring a second kit to be deployed mid-incident. For sites with bulk oil storage, large plant with high-capacity hydraulic systems, or multiple concurrent risk points, 240 litres of absorbency is the correct base specification.
Key Features
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Oil-only hydrophobic absorbents: Absorb petroleum oils, diesel, petrol, lubricants, and hydraulic fluids. Repel water — effective at wet outdoor fuel points without absorbing rainwater.
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100 absorbent pads: Twice the pad count of the 120L kit. Sufficient for high-volume spills from bulk tanks, drum failures, and large plant hydraulic systems.
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20 absorbent socks: Double the sock count for berming larger spill perimeters and containing spills across wider areas.
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10 hazard waste bags: For safe containment of used absorbents prior to collection by a licensed hazardous waste contractor.
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Yellow wheelie bin with flip-top lid: All 240 litres of absorbency stored in one weatherproof, mobile container. One person deployment. Flip-top lid opens immediately without tools.
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Ready to deploy: Pre-packed in the bin. No assembly required when a spill occurs.
Who Is This For
Trades and roles:
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Site managers and environmental officers
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Plant operators and groundworkers
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Workshop and factory supervisors
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Fleet and bulk refuelling managers
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Facilities managers
Industries:
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Construction and groundworks
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Engineering and manufacturing
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Plant hire and maintenance
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Fleet and bulk transport operations
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Warehouse and logistics with bulk oil storage
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product Name | 240 Litre Oil-Only Spill Kit - Wheelie Bin Pads and Socks |
| SKU | SK240L |
| Absorbency Capacity | 240 litres |
| Absorbent Type | Oil-only (hydrophobic polypropylene) |
| Suitable Liquids | Petroleum oil, diesel, petrol, lubricants, hydraulic fluid |
| NOT Suitable For | Chemical spills, acids, solvents, water-based fluids |
| Storage Container | Yellow wheelie bin, flip-top lid, wheeled |
Kit contents
| Item | Quantity and Detail |
| Wheelie bin | 1x yellow, flip-top lid, wheeled |
| Absorbent pads | 100x (oil-only, hydrophobic) |
| Absorbent socks | 20x (for spill containment and berming) |
| Hazard waste bags | 10x (for disposal of used absorbents as controlled waste) |
Compatibility
| Application or condition | Status |
| Petroleum oils and lubricants | ✓ Compatible (oil-only) |
| Diesel and derv | ✓ Compatible (oil-only) |
| Petrol and aviation fuel | ✓ Compatible (oil-only) |
| Hydraulic fluid and mineral oils | ✓ Compatible (oil-only) |
| Use in wet outdoor environments | ✓ Compatible (repels water) |
| Bulk drum and tank failure scenarios (up to 240L) | ✓ Compatible |
| Chemical spills (acids, alkalis, solvents) | ✗ NOT SUITABLE - use a chemical spill kit |
| Water-based fluids and coolants | ✗ NOT SUITABLE |
| Unknown or mixed spill type | ✗ Use a universal spill kit instead |
| Disposal in general waste | ✗ Hazardous waste - licensed contractor required |
Who Is This For
The 240 litre oil-only spill kit is for large construction sites, bulk fuel storage areas, plant depots, and industrial facilities where the volume risk from a single incident exceeds 120 litres. A 205 litre oil drum failure, a hydraulic line rupture on a large excavator, or a bulk tank connection failure can all release volumes that would exhaust a 120L kit mid-response. This kit provides double the absorbency across 100 pads and 20 socks, with 10 hazard bags for controlled waste disposal.
For oil-based spills only. Not for chemical or water-based spills.
Typical Applications
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Containing and absorbing diesel spills from large plant, bulk fuel bowsers, and refuelling tanker connections.
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Responding to hydraulic system failures on large excavators, mobile cranes, and heavy plant where hydraulic volumes exceed 100 litres.
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Absorbing engine and gearbox oil spills at plant maintenance depots and large vehicle workshops.
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Containing bulk drum failures at chemical drum storage areas holding petroleum-based products.
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Emergency response to fuel spills adjacent to watercourses or drainage systems on large civil engineering sites.
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Providing the primary spill response resource at sites with multiple concurrent oil risk points.
How to Use
Step 1: Wheel the bin to the spill point immediately. Speed of response limits spread and reduces the risk of the liquid reaching drains or watercourses.
Step 2: Deploy socks around the full perimeter of the spill first. With 20 socks, a larger spill perimeter can be fully bermed before pad deployment begins.
Step 3: Deploy pads flat over the contained spill. The 100-pad count allows sustained deployment across a large spill surface without running short.
Step 4: Replace saturated pads with fresh pads as needed. Continue until the surface liquid is fully absorbed.
Step 5: Wipe any residual surface film with the final pads.
Step 6: Place all used absorbents in the 10 hazard waste bags. Seal and label the bags for licensed waste collection.
Step 7: Document the incident in the site environmental log. Restock the kit before the next potential incident.
Common Mistakes
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Using oil-only absorbents on chemical spills: oil-only absorbents will not contain chemicals or water-based fluids. Specify a universal or chemical kit for those risks.
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Disposing of used absorbents as general waste: contaminated absorbents are hazardous waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Do not place in general waste skips.
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Deploying pads before berming with socks: always form the containment perimeter with socks first. A large spill without a berm can spread beyond the pad coverage area.
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Not restocking after deployment: 100 pads used across one large incident leaves nothing for the next. Reorder immediately after any use.
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Siting the kit away from the highest-risk point: position it at the bulk tank, refuelling station, or plant parking area, not in a general store.
Safety
This kit is for oil-based spills only. Do not use for chemical, acid, solvent, or water-based fluid spills. Used absorbents are hazardous waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and must be disposed of through a licensed contractor. Oil and fuel spills on construction sites carry ignition, groundwater contamination, and drainage pollution risks. Document every incident and response in the site environmental log. For sites with both oil and chemical spill risks, a universal spill kit should be specified alongside this oil-only kit.
Maintenance
Inspect the kit regularly to confirm all 100 pads, 20 socks, and 10 hazard bags are present. Partially depleted kits cannot deliver the full 240L absorbency. Replace used components immediately after any deployment. Check bin lid and wheels at each inspection. Site the bin at the primary oil risk location, clearly visible to all operatives on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When should I choose the 240L kit over the 120L?
A: Choose the 240L when any single credible spill scenario could exceed 120 litres. A standard 205 litre oil drum failure, a large hydraulic system rupture, or a bulk fuel connection failure can all release volumes above 120 litres. If the site holds bulk fuel storage, operates large plant with substantial hydraulic systems, or has multiple concurrent oil risk points, 240 litres is the correct base specification. The 120L kit (SK120L) is the correct choice where smaller, lower-probability spills are the primary risk.
Q: What does oil-only mean and which spills is this kit for?
A: Oil-only spill kits contain hydrophobic polypropylene absorbents that absorb petroleum-based oils and fuels while repelling water. This kit absorbs petroleum oil, diesel, petrol, lubricants, and hydraulic fluid. It is not suitable for chemical spills, acid spills, water-based fluids, or solvents. For mixed or unknown spill types, specify a universal spill kit.
Q: What is this kit NOT suitable for?
A: This kit must not be used for chemical spills, acids, alkalis, solvents, or water-based fluids. Oil-only absorbents do not absorb these materials. Deploying an oil-only kit on a chemical spill leaves the hazard uncontained and can create a false confidence that the spill has been dealt with when it has not. Specify a universal or chemical-specific kit for those risks.
Q: What are the socks used for?
A: The 20 absorbent socks are deployed around the spill perimeter to form a containment berm before pads are used. They prevent the spill from spreading further under plant, across a wider floor area, or toward drainage. Always berm with socks before absorbing with pads. The 20-sock count in this kit allows berming of larger spill perimeters compared with the 10-sock count in the 120L kit.
Q: What do I do with the used absorbents?
A: All used oil-contaminated absorbents are classified as hazardous waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Place them in the 10 included hazard waste bags, seal and label the bags, and arrange collection and disposal through a licensed hazardous waste contractor. Do not place contaminated absorbents in general waste. Retain waste transfer notes as required under the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005.
Q: Does this kit meet the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations?
A: Having a suitable spill kit available at oil storage and refuelling points is a standard element of compliance with the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations 2001 alongside secondary containment and other controls. The kit supports rapid response to contain a spill before it reaches controlled waters. It does not replace secondary containment bunding, it supplements it for immediate spill response. Document all incidents and responses in the site environmental log.
Q: Where should this kit be positioned on site?
A: At the primary oil risk location, the bulk tank or bowser, refuelling point, plant parking area, or drum storage zone. It must be visible and immediately accessible without delay. With 240L of absorbency in a single wheeled bin, one person can respond to a large incident without needing to source additional equipment.
