CHEMICAL SPILL PROCEDURES
(Immediate health or life threat)

WHAT TO DO FOR CHEMICAL SPILLS

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In case of chemical spills which ARE immediately dangerous to life or health you should:

  1. Immediately evacuate the room and building. Close all doors to room. If necessary evacuate the entire building. Sound fire alarm. Exit building to designated area.

  2. Immediately notify the Safety and Security department at 6555 and the Facilities Services Office at 6278. Be prepared to give the following information: Your Name, Building Name, Floor, Room Number, Type of Accident Chemical(s) involved if known

  3. The Facilities Services Safety department will supply the proper response team.

  4. If building needs to be evacuated proceed to See Building Evacuation Meeting Place Map area. Account for all person/s in your area. Notify emergency personnel of missing person/s.

  5. DO NOT RE ENTER THE BUILDING UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO BY CAMPUS SECURITY OFFICERS

What Will Happen Next

The proper response team/s will assist in clean up and disposal of chemicals. Medical treatment will be provided as needed for victims. Security and Safety Department will notify 911 Hazardous Response Team and Bay West for clean up and disposal of chemical/s.


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