Isolate the problem - close doors and keep people away

• If problem is known, small in nature and you are comfortable cleaning up, use the EHS supplied spill kit in the lab.
• If problem in UNKNOWN and beyond your ability and comfort level, isolate the area and call EHS.
• For any injury or possible exposure: Seek medical attention, report the incident to EHS and complete an Accident Report.

Biological Exposures (BSL2 agents/human blood/body fluids)

• Wash skin with Povidone Iodine or soap and water
• Immediately irrigate eyes and mucous membranes with large volumes of water. Notify your supervisor. Report to Occupational Medicine (653-3850) at DHMC or DHMC emergency room.

Chemical Exposures

• Immediately flush area with large volumes of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Radioactive Material Exposure

• For skin contamination, wash with soap and water. Use care to avoid damaging the skin. Minimize spread of contamination. Notify EHS immediately.