Hazardous Materials

If you encounter a hazardous material spill, leak, or situation contact Public Safety:

1. Evacuate the area

  • Clear the immediate area and contact Public Safety at 612-381-3328.
  • In the event of an evacuation [link to evacuation page]
  • Shut off electrical equipment if possible and it is safe to do so.
  • Proceed to emergency exits. DO NOT use elevators.
  • Help those needing assistance.
  • Keep a distance from individuals who have been electrocuted or exposed to toxins until the individual is clearly away from threat.
  • Stay up-wind and uphill from any hazardous vapor, gas, or liquid.
  • If contact occurs on skin or in eyes, immediately flush with clean water. Discard contaminated clothing.

2. Report the spill

  • Call Public Safety at 612-381-3328
  • State emergency.
  • Provide building address (818 Dunwoody Blvd = Main and CEE buildings; 700 Dunwoody Blvd = Warren) and exact location in building.
  • Report known injuries.
  • Report name, description and amount of material spilled, if known.

DO NOT go back into an area where the hazardous materials spill, leak, or situation occurred.