Kern Medical New Associate Orientation Guide
Life Safety Code Orange
What to do in the case of a hazardous spill or you suspect there is a hazardous gas in the air:
• Remain calm, do not panic, but act quickly.
• Dial “5#” to notify the operator.
• The operator will contact the Haz-Mat Officer, and will activate the spill team who will respond to the location.
• They will clean up the spill or determine if it beyond their scope of training.
• The operator will also page the Administrator on call and the Nursing Supervisor.
• If needed, the Administrator or Nursing Supervisor will call county hazmat.
You can reference the Hazardous Spill – Code Orange Policy ADM-EC-780 for more in depth information.
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