Hazardous Materials

Major Chemical Spill or Release

• ONLY trained individuals are to be involved in Hazardous Materials Response.
• Remain calm and evacuate persons in the vicinity of the incident. If wide spread, manually active fire alarm system.
• Remove injured personnel to fresh air if possible and safe.
• Move upwind and uphill from any incident.
• Call the University Police Department and the Department of Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management
  • Report incident.
  • Provide following information:
    • Name/ telephone number.
    • Location of incident.
    • Name and quantity of materials involved.
    • Injuries and environmental concerns.

Minor Chemical Spill or Release

• Follow departmental protocols.
• Contact the Department of Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management and/or the University Police.