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8.0 TEN -STEP GUIDANCE PLAN FOR CHEMICAL -WASTE RELEASE <br />RESPONSE <br />Leaks and releases of hazardous or toxic wastes are managed according to the following ten -step <br />approach (Note: If it is not considered safe to perform any one of Steps 1-5, then personnel <br />immediately call the LLNL Emergency Dispatcher at 911.) <br />The ten -step approach is illustrated below: <br />it 'r, 5�L�I r5tl <br />r'i r r 1i:x f,. i', <br />[�IfT'¢i11��Q <br />tr:5{� 'p'tiia' <br />,u�crvi:Yar <br />tivrcS�7 C�� <br />If the release is manageable, personnel continue with Steps 6-10. If not, they call the Emergency <br />Dispatcher at 911. <br />nrF �ieali.*�•r <br />9.0 DECONTAMINATION <br />The Fire Department manages all decontamination efforts associated with large incidents. The <br />Fire Department's decontamination procedures are discussed in detail in the LLNL Emergency <br />Management Division, Policies and Procedures Manual, Procedure 1612, Hazardous Materials <br />Response Plan. <br />9.1 Decontamination Activities <br />Proper decontamination procedures and equipment requirements need to be established before <br />cleanup activities begin. The decontamination area will be located upwind of the contaminated <br />area where it will not become threatened by the release during the incident. <br />9.2 Personnel <br />If a release occurs and personnel come into direct contact with a hazardous or waste and if they <br />are capable of helping themselves, they immediately: <br />• Use eyewash or shower to flush eyes or skin. <br />Remove contaminated clothing. <br />• Use soap and water to scrub off contaminant. <br />LLNL Site 300 Contingency Plan 23 Jarrua�y 2019 <br />