Biological Spill Response

In the event of a spill involving biological materials, you should:

• Wear appropriate PPE, especially gloves.
• Remove any broken glass with tongs and place in a container of bleach solution (1 part bleach to 10 parts water) or isopropyl alcohol. After 10 minutes, remove the broken glass and place it in a sharps container or broken glass box.
• After the glass has been removed, liberally apply a bleach solution or isopropyl alcohol to the area affected by the spill and cover with paper towels.
• Let stand for 10 minutes to allow for the destruction of the microorganisms (do not leave unattended).
• Wipe spill and place paper towels and gloves in trash can.
• Thoroughly wash hands.
• Report the incident to the campus Environmental Health and Safety Office and/or Public Safety.