Which spill kit item is used to pick up a solid release of MITC-Fume in the ice chest?

• A. Sponge
• B. Strainer
• C. Tongs
• D. Cloth

Answer: (B)

Solid spills of a fumigant in an ice chest need a tool that can lift and contain the solid while letting liquid and melted ice drain away. A strainer does just that: its mesh catches the solid pieces and lets the liquid and ice drain through, so you can transfer the contaminant into a disposal container without carrying moisture or loose fragments with you. Sponges and cloths trap liquids and can spread or trap solid residues inside, making cleanup messier and harder to dispose of properly. Tongs can grab larger pieces but may miss smaller fragments and don’t provide a drainage path for the remaining liquid and ice. So, using a strainer offers efficient containment and reduces the chance of spreading the solid during cleanup.