Spills
Chemical Emergencies
DO NOT underestimate the hazards associated with a chemical spill.
A MAJOR CHEMICAL SPILL is considered a spill which poses a health or safety hazard to others, the environment, or the facilities.
A MINOR CHEMICAL SPILL refers to (1) a quantity and type of material which the employee normally works with; (2) where outside resources are not needed and where others, the environment, or the facilities are not at risk; and (3) the spill can be cleaned up with appropriate spill clean-up procedures for this chemical. Clean-up of the material spilled should proceed only if the employee can identify the chemical and has been trained concerning the hazards of the chemical. *
If MAJOR SPILL occurs:
- Evacuate area.
- Call 9-911.
- Contact the MATC Safety Manger through the Facilities Security Office (608) 243-4357 (answered 24 hours).
If MINOR SPILL occurs:
- Contact MATC Safety Manager for reporting purposes and assistance.
- Reference MSDS or other appropriate reference material.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Clean-up and depose of materials as appropriate/ required.
Note: Please contact the MATC Safety Manager directly at (608) 246-6291 for any questions or concerns relating to District environmental, health and safety issues. |
