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Emergency Procedures Handbook - Hazardous Material Release

In the event of a hazardous chemical, biological, and/or radioactive release that is out of control:

1. Evacuate the immediate area.
2. Anyone who has had bodily contact with the hazardous material should remove any contaminated clothing immediately and flush all areas of bodily contact with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes (use emergency facilities available--safety showers, eyewashes, etc.).
3. Obtain medical assistance for those injured by calling 980-6501.
4. Report the incident to the IU Northwest Environmental Health & Safety Office at 981-4230 or 980-6501 (24 hours) and provide the following information:
   • Building
   • Floor
   • Room number
   • Description of incident
   • Type of hazardous materials involved
   • Await further instructions
5. If advised, evacuate the building to a safe distance and leave clear access for arriving emergency personnel. Do not return to the building until instructed to do so by the Police or Fire Department.
6. Notify your departmental administrative office.
7. Your safety coordinator is  ___________________________________________________.