Mercury Spill Kit - Large

Mercury is a heavy silvery-white metal which is liquid at normal temperatures. Mercury will vaporise at normal room temperature. This in turn creates a risk of mercury exposure through inhalation. The risk increases as the temperature increases. This is one of the key reasons it’s important to clean up a mercury spill immediately.

Large Mercury Spill Kit Features:

• Designed to clean up 3 separate mercury spills or 1 large spill
• Contains 3 sets of clean up equipment and PPE
• Housed in a 10L pail
• Contains 200g of MercAmal mercury amalgamation powder that helps clean up elemental mercury spills from work surfaces, floor cracks, and other hard-to-reach areas in a safer and simpler way by converting elemental mercury into a stable, solid zinc amalgam which helps prevent the release of hazardous mercury vapours.
• Clean up items include scoop/scraper, spatula, mixing cup, sponge, waste bag and instructions for use.
• PPE includes medium and large disposable nitrile gloves, goggles and shoe covers to protect users.
  

Why it is important to quickly clean up a mercury spill

Mercury is a highly toxic heavy metal that can pose serious health risks if not properly contained and cleaned up. When mercury is spilled, it can release vapors that are harmful to inhale, and the liquid mercury itself can contaminate surfaces and seep into cracks and crevices.

Exposure to mercury can cause a range of adverse health effects, including neurological damage, respiratory problems, and kidney issues. Mercury spills should always be treated with caution and cleaned up promptly by trained professionals using the proper safety equipment and cleanup procedures.

Having a mercury spill kit on hand can help facilitate a quick and effective cleanup. Proper disposal of any mercury-contaminated materials is also crucial to prevent further environmental contamination. Overall, addressing mercury spills in a timely and responsible manner is essential to protect human health and the surrounding ecosystem.