The following is an outline of a spill plan that can be used for the Infectious Agent Registration Form and the Recombinant DNA Registration Form.

1. Alert people in immediate areas of the spill.
2. Don appropriate protective equipment.
3. Cover the spill with paper towels or other absorbent materials.
4. Carefully pour a freshly prepared 1:10 dilution of household bleach around the edges of the spill and into the spill. Avoid splashing. Allow 20 minute contact period.
5. Use paper towels to wipe up the spill, working from the edges into the center .
6. Clean spill area with fresh paper towels soaked in disinfectant.
7. Place paper towels into a biohazard bag for disposal.

Environmental Management | Biosafety Office