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In case of chemical spills which are not immediately dangerous to life or health you should:

1. 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
2. The Facilities Management Safety department will supply the proper response team.
   
   
3. Attempt to confine the spill as much as possible only if you are trained to confine spills and are thoroughly familiar with the hazards of the spilled chemical. If you have contact with the spilled material, remove any contaminated clothing immediately and flush all areas of bodily contact with large amounts of water.
   
   
4. Continue to rinse bodily contact areas with large amounts of water for fifteen (15) minutes.
   
   
5. 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.
   
   
6. 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.

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