| If there are any hazardous chemicals in the | | | | protective equipment (PPE) |
| workplace, Chemical Spill Handling and Cleanup | | | | - Be sure all chemical containers are clearly labeled |
| Procedures must be in place. All employees must | | | | with the name and hazard warning |
| receive training before they are placed in a | | | | - Flammable solvents are stored in an approved, |
| situation where there is a reasonable expectation | | | | vented, solvent storage cabinet |
| that they might be exposed to a spill while on the | | | | - Train all personnel in the use of the spill kits and |
| job. | | | | the PPE. |
| An effective Spill Response Plan should consider: | | | | - Place spill control materials and PPE in a readily |
| - The physical characteristics and volume of each | | | | accessible area. |
| chemical that is handled | | | | Develop a Spill Response Plan that includes: |
| - Their toxicity and potential for release to the | | | | - Names and phone numbers of individuals to be |
| environment. | | | | contacted in the event of a spill |
| - Determination must be made as to what | | | | - Evacuation plans for the room, building, work |
| constitutes a 'small spill' that can be cleaned up on | | | | site, if necessary |
| site by trained personnel. | | | | - Instructions for containing the spilled material, |
| - What steps will be taken for cleanup of a 'small | | | | including potential release into the environment |
| spill'? | | | | (for instance, floor drains should be protected) |
| - What is the extent and type of spill that would | | | | - Inventory of spill control materials and personal |
| be designated as a 'large spill'? | | | | protective equipment |
| - What triggers a call to 911 or an entity | | | | - Methods of proper disposal of cleanup materials |
| designated for the clean up of hazardous spills? | | | | and hazardous waste, contaminated tools and |
| Developing an effective Spill Response Plan | | | | clothing |
| involves the following steps: | | | | - Train all employees on the use of PPE and |
| - Review the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) | | | | methods of chemical spill containment and cleanup. |
| for all chemicals on site | | | | - Completion of all medical and incident reports as |
| - Place MSDS in manual or notebook that is readily | | | | required by the organization, local, state and |
| accessible to employees | | | | Federal requirements. |
| - List recommended spill cleanup method for | | | | Despite the best efforts of everyone, chemical |
| eachDetermine what personal protective | | | | spills do happen. Planning ahead is important for a |
| equipment (PPE), gloves, respirator, protective | | | | safe response and the avoidance of a serious |
| clothing, etc. is needed. | | | | incident. A well prepared and well trained |
| - Acquire an adequate amount of spill control | | | | employee will be able to deal effectively with a |
| materials (spill kits that are complete) | | | | chemical spill. |
| - Acquire an adequate amount of personal | | | | |