HazMat Spill

CALL CAMPUS POLICE / DISPATCH at:

• Moorpark College: Police at (805) 378-1455 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 378-1454
• Oxnard College: Police at (805) 986-5805 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 986-5821
• Ventura College: Police at (805) 654-6486 | Maintenance & Operations at (805) 3654-6340

Be prepared to give the following information:

• State: "This is an emergency. There has been a chemical/hazardous material spill. "
• Give your name, location (college, building and room number), nature of emergency, and the phone number from which you are calling.
• Give the name of the chemical, approximate amount spilled, and the time of spill.
• Do not hang up until you are sure no further information is required, unless there is an immediate threat to your safety.
• If you call 911, you must also call campus police dispatch.

What to do in the event of a hazardous material or chemical spill:

• Immediately report the incident to your supervisor.
• Vacate the area immediately.
• If possible, seal the area to contain the spill and limit exposure to individuals.
• If the chemical is reacting in any way, generating gases or fumes, presents a fire hazard or is toxic, activate the building fire alarm and evacuate the building, assisting all persons with disabilities as necessary.
• DO NOT attempt to control a chemical or hazardous material spill unless you have been formally trained to do so and have the proper equipment.
• DO NOT re-enter the area of the spill until you have been directed to do so by campus officials.