by SpillResponse | Jan 23, 2020 | #SpillLife, Cleanings, Emergency Response, Hazmat, Latest Response, Spill Cleanup, Waste Management
First Call Winston Salem, NC was requested to respond to a small release of mercury in a utility closet at a medical facility. Upon arrival, it was determined that the “small” release consisted of one pound of mercury. An attempt had been made to clean the...
by SpillResponse | Jan 23, 2020 | #SpillLife, First Call Training, Safety Corner
There are basically four different types or classes of fire extinguishers, each of which extinguishes specific types of fire. Newer fire extinguishers use a picture/labeling system to designate which types of fires they are to be used on so users can quickly identify...
by SpillResponse | Dec 12, 2019 | #SpillLife, Emergency Response, Hazmat, Latest Response, Spill Cleanup, Waste Management
First Call Environmental’s Knoxville Tennessee crew were dispatched to a reported truck fire with a petroleum release. Upon arrival it was clear that the tractor portion of the 18 wheeler was totally destroyed, and that the trailer had extensive damage but was ...
by SpillResponse | Dec 12, 2019 | #SpillLife, Community, First Call Training, Safety Corner
There are many reasons why it’s crucial to remain active during the winter season, but many of us tend to think that winter is a great time to relax and skip outside activities. In fact, it’s even more important to exercise in winter than in summer since we often...
by SpillResponse | Nov 14, 2019 | #SpillLife, Community, Giving Back
At First Call, we strive to both make and be a difference within our communities. First Call Manager Michael Tomaszewski is on his 18th season of being that difference, coaching soccer for the YMCA in Augusta. Knowing full well the difference these team sports make in...
by SpillResponse | Nov 14, 2019 | #SpillLife, Emergency Response, Hazmat, Latest Response, Spill Cleanup
On an early fall day First Call Richmond, VA was dispatched to a reported motor vehicle into a reservoir with a fuel release. Crews responded immediately and arrived on site within an hour and began to assist the onsite agencies with containment of the fuel. Fuel and...
