Spill Response Basics
The maximum spill size your team can generally handle before management/professional assistance is required.
55 gallons (208 L)
I am highly flammable and have a flash point around 12°C.
Isopropyl Alcohol
Which SDS section contains First Aid Measures?
Section 4
These are commonly used to stop a spill from spreading.
Absorbent booms
You should do this immediately after discovering a spill.
Evaluate the spill and notify supervisor/management
I am a chelating agent that may be corrosive to metals.
Versenex 80
Which SDS section contains Spill Response information?
Section 6
What is one method to obtain a workplace label if needed?
Contact Environmental Coordinator, through 3E database, HAZCOM model program folder
True or False: You should smell an unknown substance to help identify it.
False
I am a foaming agent and my spills create extreme slip hazards.
Hyonic 25-AS
Which SDS section contains Environmental Information?
Section 12
This flammable product requires ignition sources to be removed before cleanup begins.
Isopropyl Alcohol
The first thing you should do before attempting to stop a leak.
Assess the hazard and ensure it is safe
I am a biocide that is very toxic to aquatic life.
Sodium Omadine
Which SDS section contains Physical and Chemical Properties?
Section 9
Name two things that are required on all work place labels.
Product identifier, pictogram, precautionary statement, signal words, hazard statement
A spill is moving toward a drain. What is your priority?
Contain the spill and protect the drain
I am a bactericide/fungicide that may cause allergic skin reactions.
Mergal 165
Which SDS section would tell you whether a product is flammable?
Section 9 or Section 2
Which product's SDS recommends neutralization before absorption?
Versenex 80