MERCURY SPILLS

The Office of Environmental Health & Safety, Chemical & Biological Safety Section, helps manage mercury spills in the University and Hospital environments.  Areas of the Hospital utilizing instruments containing large amounts of mercury (i.e., more than 10 cc) should have a mercury spill kit on the floor and have individuals trained in proper management of mercury spills.

During the hours of 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), contact OEHS at 8-1392 to assist with mercury spills.  For after hours emergencies for VCUHS, contact either the on-call Clinical Administrator, 628-0034 or Environmental Services (ask for a manager), 828-0842.  For after hours emergencies for the University, call the Chemical Emergency number at 828-9834.

All mercury spills must be reported to OEHS (during regular hours).  OEHS staff will ensure that proper cleanup has been performed by monitoring the area for the presence of mercury vapor.

: 828-1392