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Highly visible yellow socks and booms for surrounding, diverting and containing spills involving compatible acids, alkalis, solvents, coolants and other hazardous workplace liquids.
Both formats help restrict the movement of liquid. Smaller socks suit localised leaks and machinery, while larger-diameter booms provide greater contact and capacity around broader or deeper spills.
Slim tubular absorbents that can be curved around machinery, drums, containers and workstations. They are useful for stopping small or moderate spills from spreading across floors or towards nearby work areas.
Wider tubular absorbents for surrounding larger pools or creating a more substantial barrier. Their increased diameter provides greater surface contact and absorbent capacity within the containment line.
Chemical absorbent socks are flexible tubular barriers filled with specialist absorbent material. They are placed around a leak or spill to reduce further movement and create a defined area in which the liquid can be recovered.
Their flexible construction allows them to follow the shape of machinery, containers, walls and uneven workplace layouts. This makes them particularly useful where a rigid barrier would leave gaps through which liquid could escape.
Chemical socks are normally yellow so they can be distinguished quickly from white oil-only absorbents and grey general-purpose products. Depending on the individual product and confirmed compatibility, they may be suitable for many acids, alkalis, solvents, coolants and water-based process liquids.
Socks are primarily containment products. Once the spill is surrounded, compatible pads, rolls or pillows can be placed within the perimeter to recover the pooled liquid.
Consider the spill perimeter, likely volume, available space and the amount of liquid that the containment barrier may need to absorb.
Allow enough length to surround the spill fully or create a barrier extending beyond both sides of the leak.
Slim socks suit tight spaces. Larger-diameter booms provide a more substantial barrier and greater capacity.
Consider both the liquid already released and any continued leakage that may occur before the source is controlled.
Confirm that the selected sock, boom and any accompanying absorbents are suitable for the particular substance.
Follow your workplace spill procedure and the Safety Data Sheet for the substance involved.
Identify the substance where possible, isolate the area and wear the personal protective equipment required by the risk assessment.
Prioritise areas where the liquid could spread into doorways, busy work zones or environmentally sensitive locations.
Place the sock on a clean surface ahead of the moving liquid. Curve or overlap sections so there are no obvious gaps.
Apply compatible pads, rolls or pillows within the perimeter, then collect and dispose of all contaminated absorbents appropriately.
Use this table as a practical starting point when choosing between the available diameters and lengths.
| Format | Typical application | Main advantage | Typical positioning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 cm × 1.2 m sock | Small localised leaks and compact spill perimeters | Easy to position in restricted spaces | Around containers, benches and individual machines |
| 8 cm × 3 m sock | Longer barriers and wider machinery bases | Creates a continuous perimeter with fewer joins | Along walls, doorways and production equipment |
| 12 cm × 3 m boom | Moderate spills requiring greater local capacity | Larger barrier without becoming difficult to handle | Around tanks, process equipment and pooled liquid |
| 20 cm × 3 m boom | Larger or deeper contained spills | Greater absorbent volume and barrier profile | Around substantial pools and storage installations |
A chemical absorbent sock helps contain and absorb liquid, but it does not neutralise the substance or remove its hazards. Check the Safety Data Sheet, product compatibility information and workplace risk assessment before use.
Used socks and booms may remain corrosive, toxic, flammable or otherwise hazardous. Handle them with the required personal protective equipment and store and dispose of them according to the absorbed substance.
Do not attempt to manage a spill that exceeds the training, equipment or safe capabilities of the personnel present. Isolate the area and obtain specialist assistance where necessary.
Tell us the substance involved, the likely spill size and the area that needs to be protected. We will help you compare the available chemical absorbent socks and booms.