Colorado POST Practice Exam

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What is the first action to take upon arriving at a chemical spill?

Evacuate to protect oneself
Assess the situation for hazards
Identify the chemicals involved
Alert emergency services

The correct answer is: Evacuate to protect oneself

When addressing a chemical spill, the primary focus should be on ensuring safety before taking further actions. Evacuating to protect oneself is critical because exposure to hazardous materials can pose immediate and serious health risks. The surrounding environment might be dangerous due to toxic fumes, flammable substances, or other acute hazards. While assessing the situation for hazards, identifying the chemicals involved, and alerting emergency services are essential steps, these actions should come after ensuring personal safety by evacuating the area. Engaging with an unknown substance without first securing your own safety could lead to exposure or injury. Therefore, prioritizing evacuation aligns with safety protocols to minimize risk before approaching the specific details of the chemical incident.