Hazardous Material Spills

Report spills/releases of hazardous chemicals, suspected gas leaks, or suspicious odors to Safety & Security at 475-7800. Security will notify the appropriate response personnel. Call 9-911 if the spill/release presents an imminent danger (injuries, fire or explosion).

• Evacuate the building/area immediately, and alert others to do the same.
• Seal off a spill/release in a building by closing the door to the area.
• Activate a fire alarm on the way out of the building if the spill presents an imminent danger such as, fire, explosion, injuries, etc.
• Report the spill/release to Safety & Security and/or 9-911 from a safe location.
• Move to an area at least 500 feet upwind from affected building/area, and keep streets, fire lanes, and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and personnel. Instructors and supervisors have the responsibility of assuring that all students and staff have evacuated their classrooms and work areas.
• Call the Safety & Security Supervisor for technical and clean-up assistance.
• Return to building(s) only when they are declared safe to occupy.

• Seek shelter inside a building.
• Stay inside, do not evacuate buildings or "peek" outside buildings.
• Close all building doors and windows.
• Notify Plant Operations at 475-7810 to shut-off building ventilation.
• Wait for instructions from College President or designee.

• Call the Safety & Security Supervisor for assistance in assessing and cleaning-up the spill.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Contain the spill.
• Clean up the spill using specific clean-up materials appropriate for the chemical(s) spilled.
• Dispose of the contaminated spill material by contacting the Safety & Security Supervisor.