Chemical Spill Response Procedures

The video tutorial covers the response to a chemical spill, including initial actions, donning and doffing personal protective equipment (PPE), and the detailed cleanup procedure. It emphasizes safety protocols, such as zoning the spill area and using absorbent materials correctly. The tutorial concludes with instructions on reporting the incident and replenishing the spill kit.

What is the first action to take following a chemical spill?

• Evacuate the building

• Cordon off the spill area

• Inform the media

• Call the fire department

Who should be informed about a chemical spill?

• The local police

• The janitorial staff

• The neighboring businesses

• Relevant safety personnel

What should be worn over the chemical-resistant boots?

• Inner nitrile gloves

• Safety goggles

• Air purifying respirator

• Chemical-resistant suit

How do you perform a negative pressure test on a respirator?

• Close the exhalation valve and exhale

• Close the inhalation valve and inhale

• Close the inhalation valve and exhale

• Close the exhalation valve and inhale

What is the purpose of zoning the spill area?

• To separate different chemicals

• To organize the cleanup team

• To create a safe space for media

• To indicate hot, warm, and cold zones

What should be used to contain the spill?

• Absorbent socks

• Metal barriers

• Sandbags

• Plastic sheets

How should the area be cleaned after absorbing the spill?

• By using a vacuum cleaner

• From the outer to inner manner

• By throwing water from a height

• With a high-pressure hose

What should be done with the hazardous waste bag?

• Send it to a recycling center

• Seal and label it with the appropriate labels

• Dispose it in a regular trash bin

• Leave it in the spill area

In what order should PPE be removed?

• Boots, suit, outer gloves, respirator

• Outer gloves, suit, boots, respirator

• Inner gloves, respirator, suit, boots

• Respirator, inner gloves, suit, boots

Within how many hours should the incident be reported to OSHIE?

• 12 hours

• 72 hours

• 24 hours

• 48 hours