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6610
Appendix T7 Clean-up
of Chemical Spills[1]
Procedure |
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Jefferson Lab has determined that working with chemicals carries an unmitigated Risk Code >2. At a minimum all tasks requiring chemicals are discussed with the supervisor prior to commencement of work. An Operational Safety Procedure (OSP) is written for work considered to be Risk Code >2 in accordance with ES&H Manual Chapter 3210 Work Planning, Control, and Authorization Process. |
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Purpose
Jefferson Lab considers chemical spills to be an environmental hazard. This procedure provides minimum action steps and contact information to ensure prompt, safe clean-up of a chemical spill.
The process steps satisfy applicable federal, state, and local requirements as outlined in ES&H Manual Chapter 2410 Appendix T1 Hazard Issues List.
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Scope
It is recognized that listing the requirements for every chemical used at Jefferson Lab would be prohibitive, it is therefore required that qualified chemical workers read and follow the requirements/recommendation for spill clean-up listed on a chemical’s material safety data sheet (MSDS). This procedure defines actions required by Jefferson Lab in addition to those listed on the MSDS.
For purposes of this appendix a “spill” is considered any quantity of chemical that an individual requires assistance, or special material/equipment, to mitigate a hazard issue.
This appendix’s process steps are performed in coordination with ES&H Manual 6610 Chemical Hygiene Program.
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Responsibilities
3.1
Anyone
at Jefferson Lab:
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If you see or produce a chemical spill contact:
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Security at x5822, or
o
Request assistance from the Hazardous Waste
Coordinator.
3.2
Qualified
Chemical Worker
· Know the location of the Chemical Spill Kit(s) in your area; how, and when to use it.
3.3
Hazardous
Waste Coordinator
· Provides spill response training and supplies as necessary.
· Provide chemical waste disposal assistance.
3.4
Area Supervisor
· Ensure Chemical Spill Kits are adequately stocked with appropriate supplies; are accessible; and qualified chemical workers know their location, how and when to use
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Process Steps
If there is personal over-exposure to a chemical, follow the process steps outlined in ES&H Manual Chapter 6610 Appendix T6 Emergency Response to Chemical Over-Exposure.
Unless otherwise stated anyone at Jefferson Lab may perform the following process steps.
Step
1:
Note the material, location, and
quantity.
Step 2:
Protect yourself and others in the area
and evacuate as necessary.
(Recommendation: maintain a minimum distance of 150 feet upwind.)
Step 3:
Call Security (x5822 or 269-5822)
immediately and give them the following information:
o
Identity of the
material,
o Location of the spill,
o Approximate quantity,
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Other hazards or
emergency conditions (traffic or personnel concerns) as requested.
Step
4:
Contain the Release (if safe to do so):
o
Block drains to prevent
seepage into the sewer or storm system (this includes indoor plumbing and
outdoor storm systems).
o Construct
a barrier around the spill using spill pads, socks, from an appropriate spill
kit, or other compatible material as available (e.g.: soil) to prevent spreading
and to minimize damage.
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(Spill
kits are available in every work area where hazardous chemicals are
used or stored in quantities greater than 1 gallon (4 liters).) Contact the Hazardous Waste
Coordinator if a Chemical Spill Kit is needed or
supplies need review. |
Step 5: Wait and/or direct emergency responders to the spill.
Contact the Hazardous Waste Coordinator to remove waste and other suspect material left after completion of clean-up procedure(s).
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Revision Summary
Revision 1.1 – 03/30/11 – Removed reference to the Chemical Assistance Team.
Revision 1 – 07/05/10 – Updated
to reflect current laboratory operations.
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ISSUING
AUTHORITY |
TECHNICAL POINT-OF-CONTACT |
APPROVAL
DATE |
REQUIRED
REVIEW DATE |
REV. |
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ESH&Q Division |
07/05/10 |
07/05/13 |
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