Safetyrelated publications and resources american chemical. As part of your introduction to the laboratory, before starting experiments in any lab, become familiar with the procedures, chemicals, and safety equipment in each area that you will be using. Nhanes 2011 2012 1 public release data set information. Please note these guidelines make reference to australian standards, particularly. Visitors to lab should be approached and identified. This laboratory safety manual has been provided by the university environmental health and. Environmental health and safety laboratory safety manual. Lab schedule spring 2011 1 lab 1 211 watch the following videos prior to lab. Laboratory safety manual southern cross university. These eyeprotective devices shall be furnished free of charge to the. Laboratory safety manual introduction the university of texas at austin ut austin is committed to maintaining the safest possible laboratories. It includes a compilation of various types of documents, including safety management system descriptions, laboratory policies, sops, standards of performance, laboratory level required procedures, safety manuals, program descriptions. The manual promotes safe and practical laboratory procedures. Laboratory safety rules and regulations safety rules a.
As such, ehs has developed comprehensive plans, policies, and training to ensure continued safety of anyone working in labs. Laboratory safety manual united states department of. If you have any questions about safetyrelated matters in the college of engineering, please contact jonathan scaggs, college of engineering lab safety specialist, at 20842639 or. Environmental health and safety at umass amherst responds to chemical spills, fires, fire alarms, safety and health concerns 247. Nhanes 20112012 1 public release data set information. Department of labor, occupational safety, and health administration, 2012. Laboratory safety manual environment, health and safety. Thank you for visiting our website you are exiting the department of labors web server. Staff in uw laboratories using hazardous chemicals must have access to a copy of the manual and the supplemental laboratory specific information. The manual encouraged countries to accept and implement basic concepts in biological safety and to develop national codes of practice for the safe handling of pathogenic microorganisms in laboratories within their geographical borders. All personnel must be familiar with the laboratory safety manual. Requirements include supervisor authorizationapproval and accessibility of documentsrecords to lab personnel, ehs, auditors, etc.
Proceedings of the workshop held june 22, 2000 2000 strategies that influence cost containment in animal research facilities 2000. Staff in uw laboratories using hazardous chemicals must have access to a copy of the manual and the supplemental laboratory specific. Safety rules and regulations the rules and regulations that follow are universal for the laboratories. Laboratory safety avian flu laboratory workers quickcard osha 3311 2017 english. Since 1983, many countries have used the expert guidance provided in the manual to develop such codes of practice. Add slips given as needed, srts formed introductions of srt. We encourage faculty and researchers to take all reasonable precautions to protect the health and safety of everyone staff, students, visitors and the general public. The laboratory safety manual mpilation of suggested work is a co. Biol1414 introduction to biotechnology laboratory manual. Lab safety institute courses, osha training for chemical. The third edition of the who laboratory biosafety manual is a helpful reference and guide to nations that accept the challenge to develop and establish national codes. This page was last revised for french family science center on 080709.
The links below provide specific information on the lab safety program at texas tech. Laboratory safety evaluation procedures utsa research. Introduction to patient assessment, initial assessment and scene sizeup, bsi, head tilt, and jaw thrust. Manual for che 396 chemical engineering laboratory i. We have taught courses to more than 100,000 people in 30 countries, spanning different industries, including research, hightech, government, medicine, and academia stem educators.
Introduction lord fairfax community college aims to maintain a high standard of health and safety in the laboratory. Keep the beam path above or below eye level for one seated or standing. Following the guidance outlined in this manual will help prevent illness and injury, while protecting the environment. Physics department has established and maintained its ohs safety management system sms. Department of labor dol prudent practices in the laboratory. This document has been designed to provide you with basic elements of laboratory safety and the policies and procedures that govern this facility.
A copy of the laboratory safety manual is required to be kept in each laboratory. The safety of the lab students and users is the number one priority when participating in the lab. Laboratory safety guidance occupational safety and. Html pdf laboratory safety guidance osha 3404 2011 english. The primary objective in laboratory design is to provide a safe environment for laboratory personnel to. National institute of occupational safety and health niosh, centers for disease control and prevention cdc osha laboratory safety chemical hygiene plan, 2011 pdf, 366 kb occupational safety and health administration osha, u. The laboratory safety manual may take the form of a physical binder or may be in an electronic format as long as requirements are met. National institutes of health design requirements manual, december 12, 2016. Annex i reading register of the laboratory safety manual. Occupational exposures to hazardous chemicals in laboratories, final rule. Letter to national institute for occupational safety and health regarding safety of wearing contact lenses in labs.
Laboratory safety manual north floridasouth georgia veterans. The goal of growing a culture of safety in the college of engineering is the inspiration for implementing these safety programs. Also, the colleges safety committee meets regularly to identify and deliver new processes and policies to further enhance the safety here in coen. Acss committee on chemical safety provides authoritative resources to advance safety cultures across disciplines, at every age, and in every organization. An ongoing glass initiative includes the creation and dissemination of safety operating cards soc for lab operations across campus. Wear appropriate gloves, lab coat, and safety glasses while handling all solutions. Cornell university laboratory safety manual and chemical hygiene plan. In addition to becoming familiar with these, take note of safety warnings given with specific experiments. The lab coordinator will ensure that faculty, teaching assistants, students, and student employees have up to date guidelines, policies, and procedures. The laboratory safety manual meets occupational safety and health. Because each lab is different, and processes change routinely, each lab has the responsibility to maintain labspecific safety information and documentation. Osha publications laboratory safety occupational safety. Annex vii nshs 072011 procedure waste management at ist.
This online laboratory safety manual lsm provides information regarding. The college recognizes its responsibility to provide safe systems of work, a safe. Chemical gateway chemical hygiene equipment testing hazardous material procurement hazardous material shipping lab safety surveys outreach initiatives request lab safety service self survey training. Electrical safety b100 extension cordspower stripsplug adapters. Please bookmark this page electronically or print a copy of the complete lsm and make it available to laboratory staff.
This instruction is cleared for public release and is available electronically only via department of the navy issuances web site. It is important to document that records exist and where they can be located. Territories puerto rico and the virgin islands that have their own oshaapproved occupational safety and health standards, which may be. The most effective safety precaution is the use of common sense.
This faculty specific laboratory safety handbook has been prepared as a result of these extensive efforts. Because each lab is different, and processes change routinely, each lab has the responsibility to maintain lab specific safety information and documentation. To implement the navy safety and occupational health soh program manual and the requirements of reference a for afloat commands. Occupational health and safety in the care and use of nonhuman primates 2003 definition of pain and distress and reporting requirements for laboratory animals. Safety glasses with a rating of z87 and closetoed shoes. The iowa state university isu laboratory safety manual is designed to provide users with general health and safety information. Guide for the care and use of laboratory animals, 8th. Introduction ucsb laser safety manual 2 safety precautions for class 3 and 4 lasers class 3 eye and specular reflection hazard never aim the laser at a persons eye or stare at the laser from within the beam.
The general laboratory safety manual provides control measures essential for. We have included information on the use of personal protective equipment ppe, the use and. The present laboratory safety manual describes policies, procedures, equipment. Our program includes broad safety training of faculty, staff, and students in areas both inside and outside of the lab. Drakes ehs department is committed to the safety of employees, students, and visitors in laboratories. The department of labor does not endorse, takes no responsibility for, and exercises no control over the linked organization or its views, or contents, nor does it vouch for the accuracy or accessibility of the information contained on the destination server.
Cmos lab manual rev2 012011 montana state university. We have included information on the use of personal protective equipment ppe, the use and storage of. This laboratory safety manual is intended to meet the requirements of the federal laboratory safety standard. Eye protection the occupational safety and health administration osha regulations 29cfr1910. Laboratory safety manual university of texas at austin. Follow all gowning and safety procedures outlined by the lab ta. This revision, dated 01272011, may be downloaded from the ehsrm server. This collection provides safety guidelines to be followed when working with hazardous materials and equipment. The present safety manual is a short, ready reference to some of the most common and immediate dangers and also the rules and procedures for reacting to emergencies in this department.
This manual has been developed using the work health and safety act 2011. Laboratory safety manual introduction everyone in the lab is responsible for his or her own safety and for the safety of others. It is not meant to be an exhaustive discussion of laboratory safety. This edition also includes safety information from the 1997 who publication safety in healthcare laboratories 1. Laboratory safety drakes ehs department is committed to the safety of employees, students, and visitors in laboratories. National research council 2011 prudent practices in the laboratory. In addition to information on osha standards and guidance that deal with laboratory hazards, appendices are provided with information on other governmental and nongovernmental agencies that deal with various aspects of laboratory safety.
The lab safety institute is a nonprofit organization providing laboratory safety education and consultation worldwide. Purpose this manual provides procedures and guidance for maintaining a safe laboratory environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors at the university of northern colorado unc. Pdf add to cartcertification of workplace products by nationally recognized testing laboratories 2010, february 16 english. Guide for the care and use of laboratory animals, 8th edition. This laboratory safety guidance booklet deals specifically with laboratories within the jurisdiction of federal osha. Laboratory safety this document is intended as a general guide to safety and laboratory procedures. Lab safety guide plan your work before conducting any experiment, you should access the hazards related to the work, including. The laboratory safety manual meets occupational safety and health administration osha requirements for a chemical hygiene plan as specified in 29 cfr 1910. It covers universal topics such as ppe, electrical safety, and general emergency guidelines, as well as some specific safety procedures for chemistry and biology laboratories. Forms mandated in this instruction manual are listed in chapter a1, paragraph 9.
Major changes are summarized in chapter a1, paragraph 3. To maintain the integrity of the wafers and the equipment, adhere to the process descriptions and details provided by the lab ta. In the following phase, we designed a laboratory notebook, brochures, safety signs, safety information cards, etc. Upon completion of the lecture, accompanying video, required readings and clinical rotations, the student will be able to. This laboratory safety manual has been prepared specifically for ut austin by.
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