Hatter Alert: Emergency Guidelines System

IF YOU ARE IN DANGER OR FEEL THREATENED CALL 911 POLICE-FIRE / 386.822.7300 PUBLIC SAFETY

 

Hazardous Materials - Pollutants Incident

If you are involved with or observe a hazardous material spill (biological, chemical, radiological, fuel or oil) incident, or release for which assistance is needed:

1. If the incident is indoors, close all doors in order to isolate the area if it is safe to do so.
2. From a safe area, call Public Safety, 386.822.7300, 911 from a campus phone, or 911 from a cell phone or off-campus phone.
3. Be prepared to provide the following information regarding the spill or release:
• Name of the material
• Quantity of material
• Time of the incident
• Location of the incident
• If anyone is injured or exposed to material
• If a fire or explosion is involved
• Your name, phone number, and location
4. Follow instructions provided by the emergency responders.
5. Arrange for someone to meet the emergency responders.
6. Evacuate, if necessary. Remain in a safe designated area until released by emergency responders.
7. Present the Material Safety Data Sheet of involved substances to emergency responders if this information is available.

Do not attempt to clean up a spill or release unless you are trained to do so and have the proper equipment.

If you are notified of a hazardous materials incident, follow the instructions provided by the emergency service officials:

1. Clear the area immediately if instructed to do so by the emergency providers, providing assistance to those with special needs.
2. When evacuating, move crosswind, never directly with or against the wind.
3. Take roll call of your unit and report head counts to your unit head.