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VF Once the correct absorbents or kits have been chosen, responders should limit the spill area by blocking, diverting, or confining the spill. The flow of the liquid should also be stopped before it has a chance to contaminate a water source — minimizing the spill area and protecting drains are the priorities . Make sure the barrier is placed far enough away from the spill to ensure you can complete the setup but also far away from sensitive areas, such as drains and waterways. 4. Stop the source This step may happen before the spill is even confined depending on the extent or the size of the spill. This could simply involve turning a container upright, or plugging a leak from a damaged drum or container. Once the leak has been stopped the liquids should be transferred from the damaged container to a new one . 5. Evaluate the incident and implement cleanup Once the spill is confined and the leak has been stopped, it is time to reassess the incident and develop a plan of action for implementing the spill cleanup. First, responders should make sure they have enough spill response supplies to deal with the incident. Sorbents should be used to quickly absorb the spill and should be placed throughout the confined spill area. Once the absorbents are saturated, they may be considered hazardous waste and should be disposed of properly by placing them in an appropriate sealable drum and designated for removal by a hazardous waste removal contractor 6. 2°° Cleanup/Decontamination The site, personnel, and equipment should be cleaned thoroughly by removing all the hazardous materials that have accumulated during the spill and all of the sorbents used. This may also involve removing and disposing of contaminated media, such as paper, that was exposed during the spill incident. PPE may be able to be reused after inspection and cleanup. 7. Complete required reports As soon as possible after the spill, all spill notifications and reports required by local and national guidelines should be completed. Failure to do so can result in severe penalties. Typical reports include medical reports, local council or district reports, Environment Agency reports and company safety reports and as imple spill log. Familiarize yourself with the GHS classification and labeling system so as to better prepare yourself for potential contact with these materials and for potential cleanup of these materials. Review the GHS info sheet that starts on the next page . . .