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What should be done for small quantities of inorganic acids or bases spilled in the laboratory?
What should be done for small quantities of inorganic acids or bases spilled in the laboratory?
- Use a neutralizing agent or an absorbent mixture (correct)
- Flush with large amounts of water
- Mop up the spill
- Use a HEPA filtered vacuum cleaner
What should be done if the spilled material is extremely volatile?
What should be done if the spilled material is extremely volatile?
- Let it evaporate and be exhausted by the laboratory hood (correct)
- Mop up the spill
- Flush with large amounts of water
- Use a HEPA filtered vacuum cleaner
When should a HEPA filtered vacuum cleaner be used for cleaning up spills of high-toxic solids?
When should a HEPA filtered vacuum cleaner be used for cleaning up spills of high-toxic solids?
- Never
- Always (correct)
- Only for low-toxic solids
- Only for mercury spills
What is the general procedure to deal with minor spills in the laboratory?
What is the general procedure to deal with minor spills in the laboratory?
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In case of a major emergency spill, what action should be taken regarding nonessential personnel?
In case of a major emergency spill, what action should be taken regarding nonessential personnel?
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What does NEAR stand for in the context of emergency procedure plan?
What does NEAR stand for in the context of emergency procedure plan?
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What is included in a contingency plan for chemical labs and facilities?
What is included in a contingency plan for chemical labs and facilities?
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What does an evacuation plan involve?
What does an evacuation plan involve?
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What is the definition of a chemical spill?
What is the definition of a chemical spill?
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What are the types of emergencies mentioned in the text?
What are the types of emergencies mentioned in the text?
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