Product prohibited: De Neef HA Safefoam NF
Following an incident, the use of the De Neef HA Safefoam NF product has been prohibited pending the conclusion of an investigation.
A used/empty metal drum previously containing the product exploded on our A63 Castle Street Improvement Scheme in Hull, causing the body of the drum to be projected approximately 15m into the air.
The drum landed in a live lane of the adjacent carriageway causing several vehicles to stop.
There were no injuries to site operatives or members of the public.
The contents of the drum (polyurethane injection resin) had been used to repair non-structural cracks in a section of the underpass’s diaphragm wall.
The drum only contained residue and had been put to one side in readiness for disposal from site.
We are currently liaising with the manufacturer to supplement the information provided in the product MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet).
ACTION REQUIRED
- Immediately review if your site or project is in possession of the product and stop any work requiring its use.
- All sites must quarantine any containers and store in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidance until the investigation has determined the control measures required for safe use of such products.
