1. Emergency Response Plans http://www.preparednesspro.com/blog/wp- content/uploads/2010/01/emergency1.jpg

2. Assessment Is a situation an accident, or an emergency? http://0.tqn.com/d/chemistry/1/G/Q/q/testtubespill.jpg

3. Skin exposure to chemicals Remove affected clothing Emergency shower for 15 minutes http://ehs.unc.edu/ih/lab/labels/images/emergency_shower.gif

4. Eye contact with chemicals Use emergency eye wash station for 15 minutes continuously http://videogum.com/img/thumbnails/photos/eye_wash.jpg

5. Chemical inhalation Remove victim immediately to fresh air http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_XUmkUJg0r4A/SfM7_5xLzZI/AAAAAAAAAGY/s4GTFMGu2oE/s200/inhalation_hazard.gif

6. 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

7. Symptoms of acute chemical exposure Headache or dizziness Nausea Coughing Eye, nose or throat irritation

8. Symptoms of chronic chemical exposure Dermatitis Unusual body or breath odor Strange taste in mouth Discolored urine or skin Numbness or tremors

9. Preventing Emergencies Handle chemicals appropriately! –Handling –Transport –Storage –Plan for accidental spills

10. Cleaning up chemical spills Contain and absorb Bag waste Dispose Follow all rules for appropriate chemical

11. 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

12. 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