Learning objectives

• Describe the importance of proper planning and preparation in controlling and preventing spills

• Identify the necessary steps to take after a spill occurs but before cleanup takes place

• List the steps for safely containing and cleaning up a spill

• Describe the special procedures for cleaning up spills that occur in a laboratory or outdoors, or that involve flammable materials

Course overview

This lesson will familiarize you with the knowledge required to prepare for a potential spill and the tasks you need to complete to respond to a spill when one occurs.