Really?... 67 view and no reply.. It isn't a good idea...all things being equal you may have some great procedures and positive staff who stick to them 120% of the time...there will always be that one time...which is one time too many...proper spill kits don't cost much but before you invest in that if there are so many spills you need this try tackling the route cause first and prevent the spills then put a new kit in place...it should last longer!!

I tried burning some saw dust once in my house coal fire - it put it out!. However I would agree, the odd smoldering bit here and there may not be noticed and could catch out of hours. Spill of what - oil or paint or .... We used to use sand for paint Chris

No for me I am afraid. Material used to absorb spills should be inert - and not likely react to anything it is designed to absorb - 'kitty litter' type materials or the mats/pads/booms etc - and dont forget to dispose of the contaminated materials in an appropriate manner. Stu