If you discover a damaged, leaking or open container of hazardous material after receiving a package immediately contact campus police and inform them of your location and situation.
When you discover a hazardous materials cargo leak?
If you discover a cargo leak, identify the hazardous materials leaking by using shipping papers, labels or package location. Do not touch any leaking material – many people injure themselves by touching hazardous materials. Do not try to identify the material or find the source of a leak by smell.
What should you do if you come across a leaking hazmat product?
How to Handle Broken & Leaking Packages During Hazmat Transport
- Repair the damaged package and transport to the nearest place where it may be safely disposed.
- Place the damaged package into a salvage drum in compliance with the requirements of 49 CFR 173.3(c) and transport to its destination or return to the shipper.
When there is a hazardous materials emergency you should?
3. When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should: A Prevent smoking and keep open flames away.
When there is a hazardous material emergency?
If told to Evacuate, do so immediately. While evacuating, avoid inhaling the hazardous material by covering your mouth with a cloth or shirt. If told to Shelter-In-Place, do so immediately. Take refuge in a small interior room with few, if any, windows or other connections to the outside environment.
When there is a hazardous material emergency you should?
How do I know if a product is Hazmat?
Locate the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prepared by the manufacturer to determine whether a consumer product is hazmat. Contact the Hazardous Materials Information Center by telephone at 1-800-467-4922 or by e-mail at [email protected] for additional compliance assistance.
Who is responsible for reporting releases of hazardous material?
In California, any significant release or threatened release of a hazardous material requires immediate reporting by the responsible person to the Cal OES State Warning Center (800) 852-7550 and the Unified Program Agency (UPA) or 911.
How to respond to a hazardous materials spill?
Hazardous materials spills including biological, chemical and radiological materials pose a serious risk if not promptly and properly responded to by the individuals who initially identify the spill and the appropriate emergency response staff. The general hazardous material spill response procedures include: RESCUE – Evacuate the spill area.
What do you need to know about hazardous materials?
Module 10: Hazardous Materials Topic 1: Introduction Module introduction Fighting wildland fires is a tough and dangerous job. You know you will face smoke and heat, and these alone are enough to brave. Unfortunately, when hazardous materials are present, your job gets tougher.
When to call environmental health and safety about a leak?
If the odor is strong or persists after refilling drains traps, the employee should contact Physical Plant or Campus Facilities Services to report the odor. Fishy or musty smells – These odors often result from leaks in the steam system. The employee should contact Environmental Health and Safety to report the odor.
What should you do if you have exposure to a hazardous substance?
Immediately flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids. Remove contact lenses, if worn, while flushing. Seek medical attention. Skin Contact Immerse affected part in warm water. Seek medical attention. Inhalation Remove the person from exposure.
