In the Emergency Response Guidebook, the emergency action for a spill or leak is found in which color-coded section?

• A. Blue
• B. Orange
• C. Green
• D. Yellow

Answer: (B)

When a spill or leak happens, you need rapid, actionable steps. In the Emergency Response Guidebook, the orange pages are dedicated to emergency action for hazardous materials. They provide material-specific guidance on what to do first, how to isolate the area, whether to evacuate, and the initial containment and safety actions you should take at the scene. This is why the emergency action information you’re seeking is found in the orange section—it’s organized to give responders clear, immediately usable instructions.

The other colors cover different kinds of information, such as data about hazards, public safety considerations, or general reference material. They aren’t the primary source for the step-by-step actions to take during a spill or leak.