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Chemical Spill ProceduresEnvironmental Health and Safety Office
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Chemical Spills
Unintentional and uncontrolled release of a chemical/hazardous
material into the environment
Chemicals Laboratory spaces
Physical Plant/Caretaking
Two main categories: Major spills
Minor spills
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Approaching Chemical Spill Situations
If a spill occurs Do not panic
Determine the identity of the spilled substance
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Assess the situation
Cordon off the area
Determine the severity of the spill Major vs. minor
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Major Spills
Injuries sustained that require medical attention
Poses an immediate danger to life and health
Potential for fire or explosion
Quantity
Properties or hazards of the spilled material are unknown
Major spills require an external emergency response for clean-up
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Major Spills - Response
Evacuate the area
If safe Attend to injured persons Shut of possible ignition sources Try to control spread of spill
Notify your supervisor
Who to contact During business hours:
Locate Chief Fire Warden and contact EHSO (474-6633) After business hours:
Security services (555 on red phones, or 474-9341)
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Major Spills - Aftermath
Incident investigation Direct supervisor
Local Area Safety and Health Committee (LASHC)
EHSO
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Minor Spills
Clean up Responsibility of those accountable for the spill EHSO will provide technical advice or onsite assistance when
requested
Only laboratory staff have the appropriate training for cleaning a laboratory spill
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Minor Spills – Response Look after contaminated people
Restrict the area with appropriate signage
Control spread of spill
Refer to the MSDS
Follow established safe work procedures
Contact During business hours: EHSO (474-6633) After business hours: Security services (555 or 474-9341)
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Hazardous Waste
Adsorbent materials Utilized to clean the spill
Hazardous Waste Program EHSO Proper disposal
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Entering Laboratory Spaces
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Assessing Laboratory Spaces WHIP
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Assessing Laboratory Spaces WHIP
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safety glasses Laboratory gloves
Decommissioning Responsibility of the lab General cleanliness Removal of chemicals and equipment Experiments
You have the right to refuse work if the area is not properly decommissioned
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Unexpected Substances
Locate the source
Unknown substance Contact laboratory personnel EHSO
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Accidental Chemical Exposure
Determine the nature of the chemical
Refer to the MSDS
Locate the emergency eyewash, shower stations, and sink
Notify appropriate personnel Direct supervisor During business hours: Appropriate lab personnel, and EHSO
(474-6633) After business hours: Security services (555 or 474-9341), and 911