Emergency Response Plans

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Assessment

• Is a situation an accident, or an emergency?

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Skin exposure to chemicals

• Remove affected clothing• Emergency shower for 15

minutes

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Eye contact with chemicals

• Use emergency eye wash station for 15 minutes continuously

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Chemical inhalation

• Remove victim immediately to fresh air

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Incidents that should be considered emergencies• Serious injuries• Occur in a public area• Fire hazards• Cannot be contained or cause

toxic vapors• Require extensive cleanup• Involve mercury, HF or an

unknown compound

Symptoms of acute chemical exposure

• Headache or dizziness• Nausea• Coughing• Eye, nose or throat irritation

Symptoms of chronic chemical exposure

• Dermatitis• Unusual body or breath odor• Strange taste in mouth• Discolored urine or skin• Numbness or tremors

Preventing Emergencies

• Handle chemicals appropriately!– Handling– Transport– Storage– Plan for accidental spills

Cleaning up chemical spills

• Contain and absorb• Bag waste• Dispose• Follow all rules for appropriate chemical

Cleaning up chemical spills

• Do not attempt to clean up major spills

• Always wear appropriate protective gear

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• If a situation involves a highly toxic or volatile chemical, CALL FOR HELP AND EVACUATE!

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