Spills
Why should all spills be considered hazardous?
In case the spill is not what you think it is
Who are the Lay Responders in the Environmental Section?
Brian, Brady, Erika, Jonnie
What should you do if a spill is giving off vapors?
Ventilate the area
If a Radiochemistry emergency happened, who is the Radiological Safety Officer you would contact?
Corben or Karl
What kind of chemicals would be considered low toxicity solids?
Sodium Bicarb, salts, etc.
Where are the Fire escape routes for 2nd floor units?
Stair cases and out to North Parking Lot
What do you do if you spill a flammable chemical next to a heat source?
Turn off heat source, then attend to spill
What would be considered a BSL1 spill?
EM samples, specimens with little risk of causing harm.
What should you do if there is a bomb threat?
Follow same escape route as a fire alarm
How should gas cylinders be transported?
Use special cart to transport, remove regulators, take freight elevator. Do not ride in the elevator with the gas tanks.
Where are mercury spills most likely to occur?
Metals Lab 240
How do you use an eyewash station?
Reach safety shower and pull out eye wash station. Flush eyes for min of 15 minutes
Where can you locate SDS for chemical substances?
MSDS Online or Shared Drive Safety folder
What states does the Ogallala Aquifer provide water to?
South Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Texas
What would be considered a BSL2 spill?
Human specimens, blood, anything that has a risk of harming people when spilled
If there are no managers or senior staff around, and an emergency is occurring, who would you notify?
Joe, Paul, Sameer, Carissa
What are the 4 main routes that hazardous chemicals can enter the body?
Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, injection