Emergency Spill Response Services

24/7 Hazardous Materials Spill Cleanup & Emergency Response Nationwide

When hazardous materials spill, immediate professional response is critical. Hazardous Waste Disposal provides 24/7 emergency spill response services to contain, clean up, and properly dispose of chemical spills, oil releases, and hazardous material incidents. Our trained technicians respond quickly to protect your employees, facility, and the environment.

Call (800) 582-4833 immediately for emergency spill response - Available 24/7/365

Our Emergency Response Services

We provide comprehensive emergency response for hazardous materials incidents of all types and sizes. From small laboratory spills to major industrial releases, our experienced team responds quickly with the right equipment, expertise, and regulatory knowledge.

Immediate Response Available:

• 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

• Typical response time: 2-4 hours

• Faster response for critical emergencies

• Nationwide service coverage

• Trained and certified response personnel

Types of Spills We Handle

Chemical Spills

Laboratory Chemicals:

• Acids (sulfuric, hydrochloric, nitric)

• Bases (sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide)

• Solvents (acetone, methanol, toluene)

• Toxic chemicals

• Reactive materials

• Unknown chemicals

Industrial Chemicals:

• Process chemicals

• Raw materials

• Finished products

• Bulk chemical releases

• Tank leaks and failures

• Piping failures

Response includes:

• Chemical identification

• Hazard assessment

• Appropriate cleanup methods

• Neutralization when safe

• Proper disposal

• Air monitoring if needed

Petroleum & Oil Spills

Types of Oil Releases:

• Motor oil and lubricants

• Hydraulic fluid

• Diesel fuel

• Gasoline

• Heating oil

• Crude oil

• Used oil

Common Sources:

• Vehicle accidents

• Tank leaks and ruptures

• Transfer operations

• Equipment failures

• Underground storage tank releases

• Pipeline breaks

• Overfills

Response includes:

• Containment and recovery

• Absorbent deployment

• Soil excavation if needed

• Groundwater assessment

• Disposal of contaminated materials

• Regulatory notifications

Mercury Spills

Mercury Sources:

• Broken thermometers

• Broken blood pressure devices

• Broken fluorescent lamps (multiple)

• Broken switches and relays

• Equipment failures

• Old building demolition

Specialized Response:

• Mercury vapor monitoring

• Proper cleanup techniques (never vacuum)

• Mercury recovery

• Contaminated material removal

• Air testing

• Building clearance

Critical: Mercury cleanup requires specialized knowledge and equipment

Solvent & Paint Spills

Materials:

• Paint and coatings

• Paint thinners

• Mineral spirits

• Lacquer thinner

• Acetone

• MEK and other solvents

Common Scenarios:

• Overturned containers

• Transfer accidents

• Storage failures

• Vehicle accidents

• Equipment malfunctions

Response includes:

• Vapor control

• Containment

• Recovery and cleanup

• Fire prevention measures

• Proper disposal

Corrosive Material Spills

Acids:

• Battery acid spills

• Industrial acid releases

• Laboratory accidents

• Transport incidents

Bases:

• Caustic soda releases

• Cleaning chemical spills

• Process upsets

Response includes:

• Proper PPE for corrosives

• Containment

• Neutralization (when safe)

• Contaminated area decontamination

• pH monitoring

Hazardous Waste Spills

Waste Materials:

• Lab pack spills

• Waste drum leaks

• Container failures

• Transport accidents

• Storage area releases

Response includes:

• Assessment of waste types

• Proper segregation

• Repackaging

• Cleanup of contaminated areas

• Emergency disposal

Unknown Material Releases

When you don't know what spilled:

• Unknown liquids

• Unmarked drums

• Old chemicals

• Unlabeled materials

• Mixed unknowns

Response includes:

• Visual assessment

• Field testing

• Hazard classification

• Appropriate response tactics

• Laboratory analysis if needed

• Safe cleanup and disposal

Our Response Process

Step 1: Emergency Call

When you call (800) 582-4833:

• We answer immediately 24/7

• We gather critical information

• We assess the situation

• We dispatch appropriate team

• We provide immediate guidance

• We mobilize equipment

What we'll ask:

• What spilled?

• How much?

• Where (indoor/outdoor)?

• Any injuries?

• Fire or explosion hazard?

• Has it reached drains/waterways?

• Your contact information

Step 2: Immediate Response

We arrive on-site with:

• Trained response technicians

• Appropriate safety equipment

• Cleanup materials and tools

• Containment equipment

• Proper disposal containers

• Documentation materials

First actions:

• Assess the situation

• Ensure personnel safety

• Establish safety perimeter

• Identify hazards

• Develop action plan

Step 3: Containment

We contain the spill to prevent spread:

• Deploy absorbent booms and pads

• Block drains and sewers

• Divert from waterways

• Create containment barriers

• Prevent vapor spread

• Protect sensitive areas

Goal: Stop the spill from spreading and causing additional damage

Step 4: Cleanup & Recovery

We clean up the spill using appropriate methods:

• Absorb liquids

• Recover free product

• Clean contaminated surfaces

• Remove contaminated soil if needed

• Decontaminate equipment

• Restore the area

Methods vary by material:

• Absorbents for oils and liquids

• Neutralization for some chemicals

• Vacuum recovery for large liquid volumes

• Excavation for soil contamination

• Specialized techniques for mercury

Step 5: Proper Disposal

All contaminated materials are properly disposed:

• Absorbents and cleanup materials

• Contaminated soil

• Recovered product

• Contaminated equipment or debris

• All materials manifested properly

• Disposal certificates provided

Step 6: Documentation

Complete documentation provided:

• Incident report

• Cleanup procedures used

• Quantities and materials removed

• Photos of spill and cleanup

• Manifests for disposal

• Disposal certificates

• Regulatory notifications (if required)

Step 7: Regulatory Compliance

We assist with regulatory requirements:

• Determine if reportable spill

• Make required notifications

• EPA, state, local reporting

• Documentation for agencies

• Follow-up compliance

Equipment & Capabilities

Response Equipment

We arrive prepared with:

• Absorbent pads, socks, booms (multiple types)

• Oil dry and clay absorbents

• Specialized absorbents (chemical, mercury)

• Shovels, brooms, squeegees

• Pumps and vacuum equipment

• Containment barriers

• DOT-approved drums and containers

• Decontamination equipment

Safety Equipment

Personal protective equipment:

• Chemical-resistant suits (Tyvek, Saranex)

• Respirators (air-purifying and supplied-air)

• Chemical-resistant gloves (multiple types)

• Safety boots and protective footwear

• Face shields and safety glasses

• Hard hats

• Monitoring equipment

Specialized Equipment

For specific situations:

• Mercury vapor detector

• pH meters and test strips

• Combustible gas indicator

• Air monitoring equipment

• Groundwater sampling equipment

• Excavation equipment

• Confined space entry equipment

• Lighting for night operations

Transportation

Multiple vehicle types:

• Emergency response vehicles

• Box trucks for equipment and materials

• Vacuum trucks for large liquid recovery

• Tanker trucks for bulk cleanup

• Equipment trailers

• All vehicles stocked with emergency supplies

Common Emergency Scenarios

Forklift Punctures Drum

Scenario: Forklift punctures a 55-gallon drum of solvent in a warehouse. 20 gallons release onto concrete floor.

Our Response:

• Arrive within 2 hours

• Contain spill with absorbent booms

• Absorb liquid with pads and loose absorbent

• Transfer remaining product to new drum

• Clean floor with appropriate solvent

• Remove all contaminated materials (4 drums)

• Complete manifests and certificates

Time: 3-4 hours
Cost: $1,500-$3,000

Vehicle Accident - Fuel Spill

Scenario: Delivery truck accident spills 150 gallons of diesel fuel on roadway and into adjacent soil.

Our Response:

• Immediate response

• Coordinate with emergency services

• Deploy booms to protect storm drains

• Absorb roadway fuel

• Excavate contaminated soil (3 tons)

• Clean pavement

• Restore area

• All materials properly disposed

Time: 6-8 hours
Cost: $5,000-$10,000

Laboratory Mercury Thermometer Break

Scenario: Laboratory worker breaks mercury thermometer on tile floor. Mercury spreads into cracks.

Our Response:

• Arrive within 2-3 hours

• Monitor for mercury vapor

• Carefully collect visible mercury

• Apply mercury absorbent powder

• Clean cracks and crevices

• Remove contaminated materials

• Post-cleanup air testing

• Provide clearance documentation

Time: 2-3 hours
Cost: $400-$800

Chemical Tank Leak

Scenario: 500-gallon above-ground storage tank develops leak. 100 gallons of sodium hydroxide (30%) releases onto containment pad and into soil.

Our Response:

• Emergency response

• Stop leak source

• Pump remaining product to temporary tank

• Neutralize released material (carefully)

• Excavate contaminated soil (2 tons)

• Clean containment pad

• Test soil for remaining contamination

• Dispose of all materials properly

Time: 8-12 hours
Cost: $8,000-$15,000

Paint Booth Upset

Scenario: Paint booth malfunction causes release of paint and solvent mixture. 30 gallons releases inside building.

Our Response:

• Rapid response

• Ventilation assessment

• Contain spill

• Absorb liquids

• Clean contaminated surfaces

• Remove paint-soaked filters

• Decontaminate booth area

• Remove all contaminated materials (6 drums)

• Air monitoring for vapors

Time: 4-6 hours
Cost: $2,500-$5,000

Underground Tank Release Discovery

Scenario: Monitoring reveals 500 gallons of gasoline released from underground storage tank into soil and groundwater.

Our Response:

• Site assessment

• Regulatory notifications

• Soil excavation plan

• Remove contaminated soil (50 tons)

• Install monitoring wells

• Ongoing monitoring

• Coordination with state agencies

• Complete documentation

Time: Multiple days/weeks
Cost: $25,000-$100,000+

When to Call for Emergency Response

Call immediately for:

• Any spill you cannot safely clean up yourself

• Spills of unknown materials

• Spills reaching drains, sewers, or waterways

• Large spills (>5 gallons of hazardous materials)

• Spills in sensitive areas

• Mercury spills

• Reactive or dangerous chemicals

• Spills causing evacuation

• Spills with injuries

• When you're uncertain about proper cleanup

Also call for:

• Leaking drums requiring repackaging

• Tank leaks and failures

• Vehicle accidents with hazmat

• Equipment malfunctions releasing chemicals

• Discovered old spills needing cleanup

• Fire marshal or EPA directives

Don't wait - early response prevents:

• Spread of contamination

• Environmental damage

• Regulatory violations

• Greater cleanup costs

• Business interruption

• Liability issues

Spill Prevention Planning

We Can Help With:

Spill Prevention Plans:

• SPCC (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure) plans

• Facility Response Plans

• Emergency procedures

• Training programs

• Spill kit placement

• Inspection programs

Staff Training:

• Spill response procedures

• Chemical handling safety

• Personal protective equipment use

• Containment techniques

• When to call for help

• Regulatory requirements

Equipment & Supplies:

• Spill kits appropriate for your materials

• Containment equipment

• Absorbents and cleanup supplies

• PPE recommendations

• Equipment placement strategy

Facility Assessment:

• Identify spill risks

• Storage evaluation

• Containment assessment

• Drain protection needs

• Improvement recommendations

Regulatory Reporting Requirements

Federal Reporting

EPA National Response Center (NRC):

Must report to NRC if spill meets reportable quantity (RQ):

• Call 1-800-424-8802

• Required for certain materials at certain quantities

• Oil spills reaching waterways

• Hazardous substance releases ≥ RQ

We can help determine if reporting is required

State & Local Reporting

Varies by state and location:

• State environmental agencies

• Local fire departments

• Emergency management

• Water authorities

• Health departments

We assist with:

• Determining reporting requirements

• Making required notifications

• Documentation

• Follow-up correspondence

OSHA Reporting

For workplace incidents:

• Employee injuries

• Hospitalizations

• Fatalities

• We provide documentation to support your compliance

Emergency Response Costs

Cost Factors:

• Severity and size of spill

• Type of material spilled

• Location (indoor/outdoor, accessibility)

• Time of day (night/weekend premium)

• Response time needed

• Cleanup complexity

• Disposal requirements

• Duration of cleanup

Typical Response Costs:

Small Spills (<5 gallons):

• Laboratory spills: $500-$1,500

• Small chemical releases: $800-$2,000

• Mercury thermometer: $400-$800

Medium Spills (5-50 gallons):

• Chemical spills: $1,500-$5,000

• Oil spills: $2,000-$6,000

• Solvent releases: $2,000-$5,000

Large Spills (>50 gallons):

• Major chemical releases: $5,000-$20,000+

• Fuel spills: $8,000-$30,000+

• Tank failures: $10,000-$50,000+

Soil Excavation:

• Per ton: $100-$500

• Depends on contamination type

• Includes excavation, transport, disposal

Additional Services:

• After-hours response: 50-100% premium

• Air monitoring: $300-$800

• Groundwater assessment: $1,000-$5,000

• Ongoing monitoring: Varies

Emergency Mobilization:

• Minimum response fee: $500-$1,500

• Covers mobilization, assessment, initial containment

Insurance: Most business insurance policies cover emergency spill response. We provide detailed invoicing and documentation for insurance claims.

Call (800) 582-4833 for emergency response - cost estimate provided on-site

Why Choose Us for Emergency Response

24/7 Availability

Always available when emergencies happen. Real people answer our emergency line day or night.

Rapid Response

Typical 2-4 hour response time. Faster for critical emergencies. Nationwide coverage.

Experienced Team

Over 30 years of emergency response experience. Trained and certified technicians. We've handled thousands of spills.

Complete Service

From containment through disposal - we handle everything. One call, complete solution.

Proper Equipment

Fully stocked response vehicles. Right equipment for any situation. Safety equipment for our team and yours.

Regulatory Expertise

We understand EPA, state, and local requirements. We help with required notifications. Complete documentation provided.

Insurance Documentation

Detailed reports and photos. Proper invoicing for insurance claims. Support for your claim process.

Proven Track Record

Thousands of successful responses. References available. Trusted by businesses, municipalities, and agencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How fast can you respond to an emergency? A: Typically 2-4 hours in most areas. Faster for critical emergencies. We dispatch immediately upon your call.

Q: Do you respond 24/7? A: Yes, we have staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year including holidays.

Q: What if I don't know what spilled? A: We have experience with unknown materials. We can assess, identify, and safely clean up unknown substances.

Q: How much does emergency response cost? A: Varies by situation. Small spills: $500-$2,000. Medium: $2,000-$6,000. Large: $5,000-$50,000+. We provide estimates on-site.

Q: Will my insurance cover emergency spill response? A: Most commercial policies cover spill cleanup. We provide detailed documentation for your insurance claim.

Q: Do I need to evacuate my building? A: Depends on the material and quantity spilled. We can assess over the phone and provide guidance. When in doubt, evacuate and call 911.

Q: Can I clean up a small spill myself? A: Small spills of known, non-dangerous materials may be cleaned with proper spill kits and training. When uncertain, call us.

Q: What if the spill reaches a storm drain? A: Call us immediately. Storm drains lead to waterways. This is a serious environmental incident requiring immediate response and notification.

Q: Do you report to the EPA or other agencies? A: We help you determine reporting requirements and can assist with notifications, but the generator is typically responsible for reporting.

Q: What if the spill happened days or weeks ago? A: We can still help. Old spills require proper cleanup. Contamination doesn't go away on its own. Call us for assessment and remediation.

Q: Can you respond to vehicle accidents? A: Yes, we respond to transportation accidents involving hazardous materials. We coordinate with emergency services.

Q: What if someone was injured by the spill? A: Call 911 first for medical emergencies. Then call us for spill cleanup. We provide documentation for OSHA reporting.

Spill Response Best Practices

Immediate Actions

If a spill occurs:

1. Ensure personal safety first

2. Evacuate area if dangerous

3. Alert others to the hazard

4. Call 911 if injuries or fire

5. Contain spill if safely possible

6. Call (800) 582-4833 for professional response

7. Keep people away from spill area

Don't:

• Enter spill area without proper PPE

• Try to clean up large or dangerous spills

• Allow spills to reach drains

• Delay calling for help

• Mix chemicals trying to neutralize

Until Response Team Arrives

If safe to do so:

• Place absorbent booms around spill perimeter

• Block drains

• Turn off ignition sources if flammable

• Ventilate if safe

• Keep people out of area

• Document spill (photos if safe)

• Gather material information (SDS, labels)

Wait for professionals for:

• Large spills

• Unknown materials

• Dangerous chemicals

• Mercury spills

• Spills in sensitive areas

• Anything beyond your training/capability

Get Emergency Response Now

For Immediate Emergency Response:

Call (800) 582-4833

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Emergency Email: info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

Be ready to provide:

• Your name and callback number

• Location of spill (address)

• What spilled (if known)

• Approximate quantity

• Where it spilled (indoor/outdoor/surface type)

• Any immediate dangers (fire, injuries)

• If emergency services are on-site

Non-Emergency Planning:

For spill prevention planning, training, or general questions:

• Call during business hours

• Request planning consultation

• Schedule facility assessment

• Arrange staff training

Service Area:

We provide emergency response services nationwide with priority service in Florida.

Florida Service: Direct response throughout the state
Nationwide Service: Coordinated response with partner companies

Complete Emergency Services

We provide:

• 24/7 emergency spill response

• Chemical spill cleanup

• Oil and fuel spill response

• Mercury spill cleanup

• Hazardous materials incidents

• Vehicle accident response

• Tank leak response

• Laboratory emergencies

• Industrial chemical releases

• Unknown material assessment

• Containment and cleanup

• Contaminated soil removal

• Proper disposal of all materials

• Regulatory notifications assistance

• Complete documentation

• Insurance claim support

Our commitment:

• Rapid response when you need us

• Trained and experienced personnel

• Proper equipment and safety gear

• Complete cleanup and disposal

• Regulatory compliance

• Professional documentation

• Fair and transparent pricing

Serving businesses nationwide, since 1992 - professional emergency spill response you can count on when it matters most

EMERGENCY CONTACT: (800) 582-4833 - Call Now for Immediate Response