Who should be notified in the event of an MPPEH leak?

• A. Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD).
• B. Security desk only.
• C. The local janitor.
• D. Your supervisor only.

Answer: (A)

MPPEH leaks are explosive hazards, so the response must come from trained specialists who can safely assess, isolate, and dispose of the material. Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams are equipped to handle this kind of incident, establish a safe perimeter, and coordinate the remediation without risking further danger. While informing a supervisor and securing the area are important parts of incident response, they do not substitute for the immediate involvement of EOD. Non-experts like security desk staff or janitorial personnel lack the training to manage an explosive hazard, and waiting for someone else to call in the right team can delay critical safety actions. The correct course is to contact EOD right away, then inform your supervisor and follow established incident procedures to keep others away and minimize exposure.