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In the event of an imminent or actual health-threatening emergency (threatening local or public health, safety, or welfare; or the environment outside the immediate area):
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CALL 9-911 (286 in School of Medicine) for the Fire Department.
- Alert people in the vicinity, activate local alarm systems.
- Evacuate the area.
- REMAIN NEARBY TO ADVISE EMERGENCY RESPONDERS.
- Once personal safety is established, call EH&S at 725-9999 (or in the School of Medicine, x286) and proceed with local notifications, below.
If Personnel Exposed:
- Remove exposed/contaminated individual(s) from area, unless unsafe to do so because of (a) medical condition of victim(s), or (b) potential hazard to rescuer(s).
- In all instances, immediately notify SU Emergency 9-911 if immediate medical attention is required. At the School of Medicine, call 286.
- Notify EH&S to report the potential exposure by calling 5-9999 (or in the School of Medicine, x286).
- Administer First Aid as appropriate.
- Flush contamination from eyes/skin using the nearest emergency eyewash /shower for a minimum of 15 minutes. Remove any contaminated clothing.
- Take copy of MSDS(s) of chemical(s) to hospital with victim.
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