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Mercury Spill Clean Up
Canterbury
- Cater to all types of facilities
- Fully qualified team of experts
- Nationwide coverage
- Available 365 days a year – including bank holidays
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Emergency Mercury Spillage Cleaning
With years of professional experience and access to specialist cleaning techniques, we are well-equipped to handle any situation that arises in Canterbury.
We are ready to tackle a mercury spill regardless of the size in Canterbury.
Mercury, sometimes called quicksilver, is a metal found naturally across the planet in rocks, soils, and the ocean. Mercury comes in three forms, with the most well-known being elemental mercury. At room temperature, it becomes a liquid and could evaporate into a poisonous vapour if spilt.
When mercury spills, whether it be at home or in the classroom, you must act quickly and prioritise the safety of everyone in the area. Once mercury evaporates, you cannot see or smell it, but it is incredibly toxic when inhaled. Here at ICE Cleaning, we are qualified to clean mercury and can be on-site within a matter of hours in an emergency.
Get in touch today on either 0208 066 0360 or enquiries@icecleaning.co.uk to discover the full range of cleaning services available for customers in Canterbury.
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A quick overview of our process
Step 1 Contact
You can book a free, no-obligation survey appointment by either visiting our website or contacting us directly by phone or email.
A member of our team will call you to discuss your requests and deliver an estimated cost for the mercury cleaning services.
Our technicians will visit your site to review your situation. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Step 2 Quote
Taking COVID safe protocols into consideration, our technicians will assess the severity of the mercury spillage. They will then conduct a risk assessment to avoid unforeseen issues evolving during the cleaning process.
Our team will make tailored suggestions concerning the best service for your situation and address any concerns or queries.
We will provide a comprehensive, free quote for the cleaning service.
Step 3 Cleaning
Our qualified technicians will arrive promptly, fully uniformed with ICE Cleaning ID badges.
We’ll complete the mercury clean-up process in accordance with the survey, adhering to all health and safety rules. We aim to maintain a safe working environment at all times.
All substances will be transported and disposed of in line with the correct regulations. Our technicians are fully certified to handle and dispose of all types of waste.
Our team will review and document the completed work, making sure you’re pleased with the job. Included in the certificate will be a guarantee.
Step 4 After care
We go the extra mile to ensure all customers are well cared for.
Our dedicated customer service team strive to converse with every customer following their service to make sure all expectations have been met.
You’ll also be given the opportunity to write a genuine Google Review.
Emergency Hotline
0208 066 0360
Helpline open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
When calling please have
the following ready:
- Your Name
- Company Name (if applicable)
- Site Postcode
- The problem you're having
- Email Address
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Why choose us?
- Cater to a wide variety of cleaning situations
- Nationwide coverage, available 24/7
- Cater to commercial and domestic clients
- Free survey provided prior to quotation
- Emergency response team
- Offer a bespoke service designed to suit all your needs
- All technicians hold professional health and safety qualifications, including BICSc, IOSH, Dewpoint Professional & Safe Contractor
We’re fully accredited
We place best practise, professional expertise and health and safety at the core of our business. We’re fully compliant with all legal obligations. You can view a list of our accreditations below, or visit our Health & Safety page for more information.
We guarantee an excellent level of service and outstanding results every time.
Our expert chemical clean-up specialists are qualified to contain, clean, and completely decontaminate an area to ensure it is a safe place again. They can tackle a spill regardless of the size or location, equipped with PPE and modern technology.
Once we have contained the spill and cleaned the area of inhalation risks, we use our equipment to test the air. This ensures that when you re-enter the affected area, it will be safe to occupy it again.
Is mercury still used today?
Over the last twenty years, mercury's previous uses in domestic and industrial settings have drastically declined due to the risks it poses to the public. Advanced alternatives currently dominate the market and replace mercury products. The most prevalent use of mercury is currently in dental fillings, but this is also on the decline.
Mercury in electrical and measuring devices is mostly prohibited but with some exemptions. For the most part, you will not have to worry about a mercury spillage unless you work with it or own some old items in your home that contain it.
What are the risks of mercury exposure?
When mercury spills and becomes an odourless vapour, this is when it poses the most amount of danger to an individual. When inhaled, it can cause some long-term severe health effects like:
- Skin and eye irritation
- Cough
- Headache
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Nervous system damage
- Organ damage
Who is most at risk for mercury exposure?
Some may be more at risk of mercury exposure than an individual living at home or working in an office. Working individuals who might be most vulnerable can include:
Factory workers
Individuals that work in areas where electrical equipment or automotive parts are composed and put together could experience mercury exposure. This is due to the presence of mercury in some electrical components.
Recycling facility workers
Facility employees may come across some mercury objects in regular recycling bins. This exposes the workers to preventable hazards and is easily avoided by following local council waste disposal procedures.
Chemical plant workers
Some chemical plants might store, move, or use mercury daily. Without proper chemical spill risk assessments, workers may be at risk of inhaling or touching pure mercury.
Health service workers
Dentists, nurses, doctors, and assistants might work with outdated equipment that contains mercury. Dentists and their assistants will also be exposed to small amounts of mercury if their dental amalgams release vapours.
We cover all areas in the Canterbury District of Kent, including:
- Bekesbourne
- Broomfield
- Chestfield
- Harbledown
- Herne Bay
- Hersden
- Stodmarsh
- Whistable
Keep your work environment safe
If you work with or use mercury throughout the day in various ways, there are different levels of risk regarding mercury exposure. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has a guidance sheet on how you should approach good practice where mercury is in the workplace:
Identify hazards
You should educate yourself as much as you can on the three forms of mercury, where they might reside, and what harm they could cause to the human body. We recommend that you understand the laws concerning mercury usage and what may be prohibited.
Know your equipment and procedures
Record where mercury exposure is most likely, and warn all workers accordingly. Ensure you have the correct equipment to provide fresh air and contain a mercury spill before cleaners arrive. Check the control procedures in case of a spill, and ensure PPE is available to all workers.
Maintain and clean
You should be carrying out a risk assessment at least once a year, and look to HSE if you are looking for risk assessment templates. Your workers should have access to proper chemical waste disposal equipment and maintain a clean environment to minimise danger.
Speak to our sales team today for a free, no-obligation quote
You can either give us a call at 0208 066 0360 or email us at enquiries@icecleaning.co.uk to find out more about the full range of chemical cleaning services. For customers experiencing a mercury spill in the Canterbury district, we can be on-site within a matter of hours in an emergency.
