Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency, inform others and dial the emergency numbers.
Be familiar with the emergency evacuation plan.
Be sure the names and phone numbers of lab or security personnel to be contacted in an emergency are placed in the lab.
If volatile, flammable or toxic materials spill, shut off flames and spark-producing equipment immediately and evacuate the lab.
Be familiar with the location, use and limitations of the following safety devices:
- safety shower
- protective respiratory gear
- fire extinguisher
- spill cleanup materials
- eye wash station
- fume hood
- fire alarm
- first aid kit
Do not cover lab windows or door windows, except for special experimental requirements. This allows people to notice if anyone is in need of emergency assistance.
Clean up all small spills immediately.
If a large chemical spill occurs, contact the university emergency phone number.
If the spill poses a hazard to individuals outside of the lab, follow the lab's emergency standard operating procedure.