Chemical Spills
In the Event of a Spill, Large or Small, Follow these Steps
- If you DO NOT know the identity of the spilled substance, immediately evacuate the area and notify an emergency contact.
- If you DO know the identity of the spilled substance and have been trained in the proper handling
of the substance, proceed with the following:
- Spills involving an immediate danger to life or property:
- If an immediate hazard exists, or medical assistance is required, call 911.
- Follow the evacuation procedures for the immediate area and limit access.
- Spills not involving immediate danger to life or property:
- Confine the spill, if possible without substantial exposure.
- Evacuate the immediate area and limit access.
- If you can identify the chemical, follow instructions on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSD)
- Spills involving an immediate danger to life or property:
In all emergency situations involving hazardous materials, notify the Campus Director or the Department Chair and the Director of Environmental Health, Safety, and Security 775-327-2354.
Contact
Campus Security
775-934-4923
campus.security@gbcnv.edu