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Emergency Response Plans http://www.preparednesspro.com/blog/wp- content/uploads/2010/01/emergency1.jpg
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Assessment Is a situation an accident, or an emergency? http://0.tqn.com/d/chemistry/1/G/Q/q/testtubespill.jpg
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Skin exposure to chemicals Remove affected clothing Emergency shower for 15 minutes http://ehs.unc.edu/ih/lab/labels/images/emergency_shower.gif
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Eye contact with chemicals Use emergency eye wash station for 15 minutes continuously http://videogum.com/img/thumbnails/photos/eye_wash.jpg
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Chemical inhalation Remove victim immediately to fresh air http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_XUmkUJg0r4A/SfM7_5xLzZI/AAAAAAAAAGY/s4GTFMGu2oE/s200/inhalation_hazard.gif
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Incidents that should be considered emergencies Serious injuries Occur in a public area Fire hazards Cannot be contained or cause toxic vapors Require extensive cleanup Involve mercury, HF or an unknown compound
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Symptoms of acute chemical exposure Headache or dizziness Nausea Coughing Eye, nose or throat irritation
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Symptoms of chronic chemical exposure Dermatitis Unusual body or breath odor Strange taste in mouth Discolored urine or skin Numbness or tremors
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Preventing Emergencies Handle chemicals appropriately! –Handling –Transport –Storage –Plan for accidental spills
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Cleaning up chemical spills Contain and absorb Bag waste Dispose Follow all rules for appropriate chemical
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Cleaning up chemical spills Do not attempt to clean up major spills Always wear appropriate protective gear http://www.labsafety.com/images/xl/NORTH- Biohazard-PPE-Kits-LSS-_i_LBM106048Z.jpg
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If a situation involves a highly toxic or volatile chemical, CALL FOR HELP AND EVACUATE! http://www.dakotavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/Ambulance.jpg
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