Wastewater - Pollution Prevention Replace hazardous cleaners with mild soaps to clean floors and vehicles. Read product MSDS prior to purchasing to eliminate corrosive or toxic cleaners. Stop drips and spills from reaching the floor Use drip pans and good housekeeping. Clean spills immediately, using a dedicated mop and bucket or launderable rags Never clean spills by hosing them down with water. Do work in areas without floor drains, or seal drains temporarily during work.
Seal drains permanently to prevent spills from contaminating wastewater.
Store hazardous wastes and hazardous materials away from drains or seal drains. Refrigerants - Prevent Loss Evacuate all refrigerant before repair. Immediately evacuate leaking AC systems. Use an electronic sniffer to detect the leaks. Batteries - Contaminants Lead acid batteries contain lead and corrosive acid.