Chemical Spills

If there has been a spill or release of an unknown hazardous material, follow these guidelines:

  • Pull the nearest fire alarm pull station.
  • Evacuate the building.
  • Contact the UTA Police Department (UTAPD) at 817-272-3003.

If there has been a mercury spill:

  • Contact Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) for assistance at 817-272-2185.
  • After business hours call UTAPD at 817-272-3003.

If there has been a spill or release of other known hazardous material, follow these guidelines:

Under one gallon:

  • Unless you have been trained to do so, do not attempt to clean up the spill.
  • Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the specific chemical for spill clean-up instructions.
  • Notify EH&S of the spill at 817-272-2185.
  • After business hours contact UTAPD at 817-272-3003.

Over one gallon:

  • Pull the nearest fire alarm pull station.
  • Evacuate the building.
  • Contact UTAPD at 817-272-3003.

For more instructions, please see the Laboratory Safety Manual (Chemical Hygiene Plan).

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