Chemical Spill

Call Campus Police at 412.396.2677

Toxic chemical exposure with your skin

• Immediately flush the affected area with clean water.
• Remove contaminated clothing.
• Call Campus Police at 412.396.2677
• Move to a safer area.

Chemical spill

For spills, releases or incidents requiring special training, procedures or equipment take these actions:

• Immediately evacuate the spill area.
• If building evacuation is required, pull the fire alarm.
• Call Campus Police at 412.396.2677.
• Seal the area to prevent further contamination of others.
• Anyone who is contaminated by the spill should avoid contact with others as much as possible and remain in a safe area nearby for emergency treatment.
• Wash off contamination and begin any required first aid.
• Do not attempt to contain or clean up spills unless you are qualified to perform such work.
• Do not re-enter the area unless directed to by Campus Police.

Campus Notification

If there is a chemical spill, the University community will be notified by the DU Alert System and a mass e-mail.