If the incident is indoors, close all doors in order to isolate the area if it is safe to do so.

From a safe area call 800 from a campus phone or 911 from a cell phone or off-campus phone.

Be prepared to provide the following information regarding the spill or release:

Name of the material
Quantity of material
Time of the incident
Location of the incident
If anyone is injured or exposed to material
If a fire or explosion is involved
Your name, phone number, and location

Follow instructions provided by the emergency responders.

Arrange for someone to meet the emergency responders.

Evacuate, if necessary. Remain in a safe designated area until released by emergency responders.

Present the Material Safety Data Sheet of involved substances to emergency responders if this information is available.

Do not attempt to clean up a spill or release unless you are trained to do so and have the proper equipment.

Clear the area immediately if instructed to do so by the emergency providers, providing assistance to those with special needs.

When evacuating, move crosswind, never directly with or against the wind.

Remain in a safe designated area until released by emergency responders.