A hazardous material is known as any agent (biological, chemical, physical) that has the potential to harm human beings, animals or the environment by itself or in combination with other factors.
Know the materials you work with and follow the safety procedures implemented.
In case of a spill/leak
• Evacuate the area and find a safe place.
• Do not touch or step on the product that was spilled.
• If possible, hold your breath or cover your mouth with a piece of cloth and leave right away. Try to minimize the inhalation of gases or smoke.
- Inform the command and control centre using the internal emergency number 253 60 10 10:
- Of the nature of the emergency.
- Of your location – building, floor and room.
- Of the number of people present.
• Keep the people away.
• Remain in a safe place so you can guide the emergency teams towards the affected area.
• If you think you were exposed to any type of hazardous material inform the emergency teams immediately.
• Provide assistance by giving information about the type of hazardous material.
Help victims exposed to a hazardous material
• Call the Poison Control Centre, using the number 808 250 143, and follow the instructions given on how to assist the victim.
- Inform the command and control centre using the internal emergency number 253 60 10 10:
- Of the nature of the emergency.
- Of your location – building, floor and room.
- Of the number of people present.
If possible:
• Evacuate the area.
• Accompany the victim to an eyewash station or the emergency showers.
• Move the victim to airy places.
• Remove the contaminated clothes the victim is wearing.
Toxic Vapours
Toxic vapours can infiltrate a building in several ways: the most common causes are chemical products that are not properly stored, refrigeration failures, equipment malfunction and equipment placed near the air inlet in the exterior.
If you suspect the presence of toxic vapours:
• Evacuate the area.
- Inform the command and control centre using the internal emergency number 253 60 10 10:
- Of the nature of the emergency.
- Of your location – building, floor and room.
- Of the number of people present.
- Of the number of people injured and, if so, the type of injuries.