Which statement about spills is correct?

• A. Spills Must Be Reported, and Cleanup Should Be Done by the Person Who Spilled
• B. Spills Must Be Reported, and Cleanup Should Be Carried Out Only by Trained Personnel
• C. Spills Can Be Cleaned Up by Anyone Without Reporting
• D. Spills Can Be Ignored If They Are Small

Answer: (B)

Spill response is about protecting people, property, and the environment by acting quickly and safely. When a spill occurs, it must be reported so safety teams can assess the hazard, isolate the area, and bring in the right cleanup resources. Cleanup should be done only by trained personnel who know how to use the proper spill kits, wear the correct PPE, and follow the correct disposal procedures for the material involved. This reduces the risk of exposure, prevents the spill from spreading, and ensures materials are handled safely and in accordance with regulations.

Trying to clean up a spill without training can expose you to hazards, potentially make the spill worse, and bypass the necessary precautions. Ignoring a spill, even a small one, creates slip hazards and the chance of delayed or improper handling. If a spill is not reported, the response may be delayed or ineffective, increasing risk to everyone nearby.

So the best practice is to report spills and have trained personnel handle the cleanup.