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Hazardous Substance Spill/Release Emergency Checklist

  • Dial 9-1-1 and/or (650) 738-7000 (DPS)
    • Building number/name & campus
    • Location/estimated number of exposed/injured persons
    • Nature and location of hazard involved
    • Name of substance if known
  • Provide for life safety
    • Evacuate the builidng if a life hazard exists within the facility 
      • Don safety vest
      • Faciliate orderly movement of occupants out of bulidng 
      • Direct evacuees to designated assembly areas or upwind
      • Direct emergency personnel to hazardous location
      • Maintain communication with DPSD via radio
    • Shelter in place if hazmat is located outside of the facility 
  • Isolate hazards and deny access to hazard area
  • Ensure proper notifications