Building Your Own Spill Kit

The recommended contents of a chemical spill kit are:

• absorbent materials such as vermiculite or "spill pillows"
• neutralizing agents for acids such as sodium bicarbonate or sodium carbonate
• neutralizing agents for alkali spills such as sodium bisulfate or citric acid
• mercury absorbent (or contact EH&S for use of special mercury vacuum)
• goggles
• lab coat or apron
• gloves
• safety glasses
• barricade tape and warning signs
• plastic dust pan or scoop
• plastic bags

Vendors such as Fisher Scientific, or Lab Safety Supply carry spill kits — check their catalogs.

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