Which action belongs to the control & limit step?

• A. Set up an incident room.
• B. Make sure everyone is aware of their duties.
• C. Contain any release.
• D. Begin the clean-up immediately.

Answer: (C)

The action that fits the control & limit step is about stopping the release and preventing it from spreading further. Containing any release directly reduces exposure and environmental impact by creating barriers, isolating the affected area, sealing leaks, shutting valves, using booms or dikes, and other measures that keep the contaminant from moving beyond its current boundary. This step is all about limiting the problem at the source and its reach, so the situation can be managed safely and effectively.

Setting up an incident room is about establishing the command and coordination hub for the response, ensuring clear communication and oversight. Making sure everyone knows their duties is part of mobilization and briefing to ensure roles are understood. Beginning the clean-up immediately would happen after containment and control are in place, as cleanup is a subsequent phase aimed at restoring the area rather than stopping the release itself.