The individual department where the spill occurred is responsible for the actual clean-up. The clean-up should be performed under the supervision of the Emergency Control Team. Each department which uses corrosive chemicals must have an adequate supply of neutralizing agents for the specific spilled chemical on hand in case the spill in not large enough to require outside assistance. It is recommended that sulfamic acid be used to neutralize an alkali spill. Acid spills should be neutralized with calcium carbonate.
Neutralization usually produces heat that can result in boiling and spattering of the materials.
Never use neutralization unless you know the results. Neutralization kits are available for specific chemicals. Make sure the kit is designed for the chemical you want to neutralize. During neutralization of the spill, all personnel should wear protective boots, aprons, face shields and gloves. No one should walk across a neutralized spill.