29. Closing knowledge gaps in concrete secondary containment maintenance (Feat. Chris Imms)

Summary

Concrete secondary containments and the coating systems that protect them are vital to safe, clean, compliant operation in any facility handling harmful or toxic commodities. But if that's the case, then why are they so often left in disrepair? Chris Imms, President of Helena, Alabama-based Imms Industrial Coatings, joins The Red Bucket to help close a knowledge gap impacting facility personnel and coating contractors alike.

Also, Chris reveals which Halloween candy he believes is an act of cruelty.

Timestamps

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 01:38 - Secondary containment purpose and performance
• 04:27 - Secondary containment structures are often overlooked
• 06:30 - A simple test for containment integrity
• 07:35 - Real consequences of a failure
• 10:24 - Contractor knowledge, responsibility, and liability
• 12:42 - The challenges of protecting concrete
• 14:36 - Building expertise through education and experience
• 18:42 - Educating facility owners and engineers
• 20:39 - The importance of listening and collaboration
• 22:37 - Continued workforce training and development
• 23:53 - The coating manufacturer's role
• 26:15 - The four questions

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