What should be done if a fumigation leak is detected?

If a fumigation leak is detected, isolating the area and evacuating is critical for safety. Fumigants can be hazardous to both human health and the environment, so immediate action is necessary to minimize exposure. This involves evacuating all personnel from the affected area to ensure their safety and preventing any potential harm from inhaling toxic fumes.

Isolation is essential as it prevents anyone from entering an area where toxic substances may be present, thus protecting the health of individuals nearby. Once the area has been secured, trained professionals can assess the situation, patch the leak, and ensure that the fumigation process can safely continue or be terminated if necessary.

The other options present actions that could worsen the situation. Ignoring a leak could allow toxic fumes to spread unchecked. Notifying local authorities without first isolating the area might lead to emergency services risking exposure as they respond, and simply sealing the container without proper assessment may not adequately address the leak if it poses an immediate risk. Thus, immediate evacuation and proper isolation are the most responsible and safest actions to take.