Chemical or Radiation Spill

SHELTER IN PLACE and Call 911

• Report any spillage of a hazardous chemical or radioactive material immediately to the University Police at 911.
• When reporting, provide the following information:
  • Your name.
  • Name of material spilled.
  • Estimated amount.
  • Exact location of spill.
  • Report injuries.
  • Actions you have taken.
• University Police will contact the necessary emergency personnel.
• Vacate the affected area at once and seal it off to prevent further contamination.
• If a building emergency exists, activate the fire alarm. Evacuate the building by the nearest available exit.
• DO NOT USE ELEVATORS.
• Once outside move to an area that is at least 500 feet away from the affected building. Keep streets and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and crews.
• DO NOT RETURN TO AN EVACUATED BUILDING unless authorized by the University Police.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:  If persons with disabilities cannot safely self-evacuate, assist them to a safe location near a building exit and notify emergency personnel of their location.  Refer also to Building Evacuation for Individuals with Disabilities.