WHAT TO DO UNTIL HELP ARRIVES!

4/23/2021 (Permalink)

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Water Damage From Contaminated Water 

If exposed to harmful waste, OSHA recommends a post-exposure medical evaluation. Consult your local health department or physician. 

Do:

• Avoid all contact with sewage and items contaminated by sewage
• Wash your hands thoroughly after contact with contaminated items 

Don't: 

• Spread contaminated water by walking unnecessarily on damaged or wet areas 
• Turn on the HVAC system if there is a possibility of spreading contaminated air 
• Use household fans to dry the structure and spread contaminants 
• Use products for personal hygiene and cleanliness if exposed to the contaminated areas 

Vandalism Damage 

Do: 

• Hose or wash egg damage from building exterior as soon as possible
• Vacuum glass particles from carpets and upholstery 
• Save containers that reveal the ingredients of spilled inks, cosmetics, and paints. 

Don't: 

• Attempt to remove ink, paint, or cosmetic stains 
• Operate damaged lamps or appliances 
• Discard furniture wood chips, broken pieces from porcelain, furniture, or art objects 

Harmful Waste 

(Sewage, Bloodborne Pathogens, etc.)

Do: 

• Stay out of affected areas 
• Call emergency service personnel if the situation is life-threatening 
• Treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated 

Don't: 

• Attempt to clean up of any kind 
• Touch or handle items that might be contaminated with bodily fluids