Chemical spill cleanup kits are helpful to have in the laboratory and other service areas which use chemicals. The kits are useful if you and your fellow workers know how to use them properly. Chemical absorbent or neutralizing powder pads can be used to quickly contain a spill. Use these items if your personal safety is not jeopardized. Often the best use of such a kit is to put the absorbent on the spill to contain the material, then leave the room and secure the area until the Environmental Health and Safety arrives and finishes the cleanup.

Minimally, a chemical spill kit should contain:

• splash resistant goggles
• chemical resistant gloves
• plastic bags
• multi-chemical absorbent including solvent/acid/caustic (enough for a 2 gallon spill)
• plastic scoop and dust pan

Alternatively, you may choose to purchase a ready-made chemical spill kit, such as the Universal/Maintenance Spill Kit shown on the link.

NOTE: A hydrofluoric acid (HF) spill control kit is required in all areas using or storing hydrofluoric acid. This link provides a suitable option. 

NOTE: A container of sodium bicarbonate or other suitable neutralizing or absorbing agent shall be provided at all areas used for the storage of acids (FDNY requirement). Contact EHS to request a container of sodium bicarbonate.