The Postal Service is reminding facility managers and employees to follow the proper procedures if there’s a hazardous material spill that could enter the environment.
This includes many types of oils and chemicals, such as detergents and de-icing products.
If there is a spill, employees must immediately notify the site installation head so that it can be cleaned up by trained responders.
If a hazardous material spill enters a stormwater drain, pond or other surface water — or if it reaches soil or grass — the site installation head must:
• Report the incident to the appropriate USPS environmental specialist and safety specialist.
• Work with the specialist to notify the appropriate environmental agencies. The reporting requirements vary depending on the quantity and type of release.
• Email a completed PS Form 8187, Hazardous and Regulated Substance Release Notification, to form8187@usps.gov.
The Spills and Release Reporting Blue page has more information.
