In the event of a small chemical spill or incident (defined as five gallons or less) the following procedures are to be followed:
 

• Sound the emergency alarm.

 
• Clear all unprotected personnel from the spill area. Remove all sources of ignition such as open flames, hot surfaces, electrical, static, or frictional sparks. (NOTE: Evacuation is only required for large spill which involves danger to personnel, this will be determined by the competent person on-site.)

 
3. Ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) such as splash-proof goggles, faceshield, gloves, and correct respirators are on hand before attempting any spill control actions. Minimum required protection is acid resistant gloves, and splash-proof goggles and a respirator. Ask your supervisor, or the company safety officer for additional PPE requirements.
 

4. Ventilate spilled areas and stop or contain the leak/spill source if it can be done without risk.
 

5. Use a pump or absorbent materials to collect the spilled inspection penetrants into an approved container pending disposal.
 

6. Wash spilled areas with detergent and water to reduce slipping hazards. Insuring that no contaminated water is introduced into the sewage system or collect the spill in approved drums for disposal.
 

7. If the spill involves fire, report the fire in accordance with established procedures.
 

8. If a spill involves battery electrolytes or acids containing lead or other heavy metals, containerize the residue for proper disposal. (DO NOT flush into the sewage system.)
 

If in doubt of the proper methods of spill containment evacuate the area and call the local hazard material team for assistance.