Spill Response
The following are recommended procedures for evaluating and handling a spill:
- Select disinfectant for specific organism/material (disinfectant guide)
- Determine contact time needed for disinfectant to work
- Gather Cleanup Materials:
- Disinfectant
- Forceps
- Paper towels
- Autoclavable container/bags
- Follow cleanup procedure for applicable scenario:
Exposure Response
In the event of exposure, wash the area with soap and water or flush eyes, nose or mouth with large amounts of water for 15 minutes.
Injury Response
Non-Critical injuries during normal business hours:
UNH Health Services
4 Pettee Brook Lane (across Main Street from Holloway Commons)
(603) 862-9355
Non-Critical injuries after normal business hours:
Wentworth-Douglas Hospital
789 Central Ave
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-5252
Serious injury that requires emergency response:
Call 911
Required Reporting & Documentation
All spills, exposures (overt or potential), accidents, and injuries involving biological materials must be documented and reported to EH&S by completing a Biological Material Incident Form.
Additional Resources
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Dana Buckley, Biological Safety Officer (BSO)
Phone: (603) 862-0197
Email: dana.buckley@unh.edu
