Hazardous Chemical Spill

Written by Matt Young

PROCEDURE 

  1. Evacuate the area
  2. Block off area from all employees and guests
  3. Notify supervisor or executive team member
  4. Call 911 if needed 
  5. Describe severity of the spill
  6. Do not attempt to clean up chemical spill if you are not trained to do so
  7. If you are qualified to clean up, follow safety data sheet guidelines 

FIRST AID

If you are exposed to a hazardous material (it splashes on you or in your eyes)

  • Follow Safety Data Sheet guidelines
  • Obtain medical treatment
  • Complete an Employee Injury Report

SAFETY DATA SHEETS (SDS)

SDS provide information about a product or chemical’s health procedure and the Personal Protective Equipment that is required when handling a specific chemical. It is required that all employers have Safety Data Sheets readily available for review. 

SDS Locations:

  • Facility SDS = Site Supervisor Office
  • Pump Room SDS = Site Supervisors office and pump room