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Planning and Space Management Protecting and enhancing the NIH environment

Hatter's Pledge

I will:
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On NIH campus, call the Fire Department (911) who are the NIH hazardous material (HAZMAT) emergency responder
Off campus, call the local fire department or facility's hazardous material (HAZMAT) emergency responder
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I also pledge to :   
      Volunteer to serve as a Campaign Coordinator for my institute or building
      Work with educators in my community to identify and eliminate mercury hazards in schools
      Teach children about mercury hazards and how to prevent them
      Help my children conduct a "Hunt for Mercury at Home"