Biological

In case of biohazardous material spill or exposure* to infectious material, do not panic. Proceed with the following:

Notify all laboratory personnel of the spill.

Andy Yue (507) 258-8015
Phyllis Trcka (507) 258-8067
Chris Desens (507 258-8068
Will Simmons (507) 258-8423

• Restrict access to spill area.
• Remove all contaminated clothing and place in a biohazardous (autoclave) bag.
• If skin is contaminated, wash immediately with mild soap and water.
• In case of exposure*, seek medical help immediately.
• Put on clean gloves and face mask.
• Place absorbent pads on spilled material.
• Spray pads with a disinfectant.
• Have someone else call Environmental Health and Safety Office from a lab phone and report the incident.

EHS Office: 612-626-6002
After hours: 911
After hours: Premier Security (507) 281-4952

• Do not attempt to clean up infectious material spills without the use of appropriate protective equipment!

*EXPOSURE INCIDENTS must be reported IMMEDIATELY. They include:

• animal bites and scratches
• needle sticks
• eye, nose, mouth, or broken skin contact with blood and/or other infectious materials.

NEVER ENDANGER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

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