On a 24/7 basis, the Tervita Hazmat and Spill Emergency Response Team (ERT) is there when you need us most.
Our ERT responds promptly and efficiently, applying finely tuned expertise in emergency response, emergency preparedness planning and total waste management for both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Our ERT provides a variety of services including, but not limited to:
The Tervita ERT has successfully responded to a wide range of hazmat emergencies throughout Western Canada including:
- industrial spills and leaks
- clandestine drug laboratory decommissioning
- train derailments
- post fire/flood clean-up
- incompatible materials reactions
- aircraft and marine accident clean-ups
- motor vehicle accidents and rollovers
- pipeline breaks
- radioactive leaks
- mercury spills
- clandestine drug lab decontamination worker and supervisor
Tervita responders are trained to handle an extensive range of emergency incidents requiring Level A through Level D Personal Protective Equipment. Training courses completed by members of the HAZCO ERT include:
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- First Aid
- Confined Space Entry and Rescue
- 40 Hr OSHA/HAZWOPER
- Hazardous Waste Regulations
- WHMIS
- Incident Command System
- NFPA 472 Awareness, Operations and Technician
From first call to final clean-up Tervita is the trusted choice to ensure an emergency spill is handled with safety, protection and compliance as key priorities. We provide complete services from assessment, clean-up, waste disposal and site remediation.
Call 1-800-32-SPILL or 1-800-327-7455
Tervita currently offers Emergency Spill and Hazmat Response in Canada. Please contact us if you have a requirement beyond this geography and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.