Chemical Spill - Large

In the event of a large chemical spill (i.e., a volume of chemical which exceeds the capacity of a standard spill kit, uncontrolled leakage of a toxic or highly corrosive gas or a situation in which readily available personal protective equipment (PPE) is inadequate to ensure worker safety), the following measures must be followed:

1. Evacuate the area immediately; shutting doors and windows on the way out, if possible.
2. For situations that threaten life or property, activate fire alarms (or chemical safety alarms if applicable) and immediately dial 911.
3. Notify the laboratory supervisor, principal investigator and EH&S (515-294-5359; after hours contact ISU Police at 515-294-4428).
4. Attend to any persons who may have been exposed or contaminated by following the first aid procedures.
5. Assemble persons who were present in the laboratory at the time of the spill and wait for assistance at a safe location.
6. Provide EH&S and/or fire & police officials with details of the problem upon their arrival.