Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are commonly used across manufacturing, engineering, utilities, construction and other industrial environments to store oils, chemicals and hazardous liquids. While they provide a practical way to store larger volumes, they can also present significant risks if leaks, spills or damage occur. Safe IBC storage should therefore consider more than simply where containers are positioned. Businesses should...
As autumn approaches, aerospace facilities face a changing set of site conditions. Increased rainfall, wetter external areas and colder weather can place additional pressure on spill response, hazardous substance storage and overall site safety. Across aircraft maintenance, manufacturing and engineering environments, fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, chemicals and other liquids are routinely stored and handled. Taking time at the start of...
Whether it’s a busy engineering workshop, an aerospace facility, a pharmaceutical site or a warehouse and distribution centre, spills can happen wherever liquids are stored, handled or moved. Having the right spill response equipment positioned around key risk areas helps teams react quickly, contain spills at source and reduce the risk of them spreading across the site. Hyde Park Environmental...
Hazardous substances are used every day across warehouses, workshops, manufacturing facilities and maintenance areas. While businesses may have procedures in place for handling these products, the way they are stored can sometimes be overlooked over time. A regular review of your COSHH storage arrangements can help identify potential issues before they become a bigger problem. Containers may have been moved...
Storing flammable liquids safely is essential for protecting employees, buildings and business operations. Solvents, paints, chemicals and other flammable substances can increase the severity of a workplace fire when they are not stored correctly. The Type 90 Fire-Resistant Safety Cabinet provides a secure and dependable solution designed specifically for hazardous and flammable materials. Product Details This cabinet is manufactured from...
Lance Dalrymple: Business Development Manager UK Straightforward Expertise, Protecting your Reputation. Can you tell me about your role and what a typical day looks like for you? "I am the Business Development Manager for the UK here at Hyde Park. I primarily cover the North and South West of England." "A typical day usually starts early, travelling to meet both...
Zara Campbell: Marketing & Social Media Executive Straightforward Expertise, Protecting your Reputation. 1. Tell us about your role at Hyde Park Environmental and what a typical day looks like. "My role mainly focuses on Hyde Park Environmental’s digital marketing and external communications. Typically, my day starts with a marketing team plan, our top priorities for the week and meetings around...
A bund is a secondary containment system designed to capture any liquid that escapes from a primary container. If your business stores oils, fuels, chemicals or other potentially hazardous liquids, bunded storage may not just be good practice, it could be a legal requirement. Across sectors such as construction, manufacturing, utilities, transport and facilities management, businesses have a responsibility to...
Although UK safety sign legislation hasn't seen any major changes in 2026, keeping your workplace signage up to date should still be a priority. Safety signs play a vital role in protecting employees, contractors and visitors by clearly highlighting hazards, directing people to emergency equipment and reinforcing safe working practices. Over time, signs can become damaged, outdated or simply overlooked...
Many businesses invest in spill control equipment, simply having a spill kit on site isn't enough. Without the right preparation, training and procedures, even a small spill can quickly become a safety hazard, cause environmental damage and lead to costly clean up operations or regulatory action. First… What's in a Spill Kit? A spill kit is designed to help contain...
No matter how robust your storage and handling procedures are, workplace spills can still occur. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), every workplace that stores or uses hazardous substances should have suitable emergency procedures in place, along with trained personnel and appropriate spill response equipment. Having a clear spill response plan in place can make all the difference...
Industry: Food Processing & ManufacturingLocation: Botathan Abattoir, South Petherwin, LauncestonProduct Supplied: Enclosed Steel Bunded Drum Store (HST407) When Dunbia identified the need for a more secure and compliant storage solution for oils, lubricants and hazardous liquids, Hyde Park Environmental provided a practical bunded storage system designed to improve environmental protection, site organisation and workplace safety. Customer Overview Dunbia is a...
Specifically in the UK, businesses that store hazardous substances must comply with a range of regulations designed to protect people, property and the environment. Whether you store chemicals in manufacturing facilities, warehouses, workshops or laboratories, companies have a legal responsibility to ensure substances are stored safely and managed correctly. Failure to comply with chemical storage regulations can result in environmental...
