Industry Safety
Laboratory Safety
Lab Hazards

Full text of OSHA's standard on occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in labs

A database of reactivity information for more than 5,000 common hazardous chemicals

General safety rules for use of hazardous chemicals and more

Standard operating procedures for spills in labs

Airborne Particulate Cleanliness Classes and ISO Standards

The specific violations most commonly encountered

To be implemented if a fire, explosion, or release of hazardous waste occurs in laboratories

Conducting research using controlled substances - forms, policies, regulations, etc.

A safety tip sheet

Fact sheet outlines general requirements for emergency eye wash and shower equipment

Performance standards for emergency eyewash and shower equipment at the Univ of Kentucky

Establish a regular maintenance program to identify and correct any problems

What to do for spill, leak, release, medical emergency or fire or flammable gas

Hazardous chemicals of concern (HCOC) inventory based on requirements of SARA Title III reporting

SOP for safely handling Ethidium Bromide (EtBr) wastes

Use adequate safety precautions in the handling and disposal of ethidium bromide stain solutions

Provides information on formaldehyde and its safe use

For laboratory safety procedures

Technical resources for laboratories

Classification and maximum allowable storage of flammables in laboratories

To ensure laboratory safety, follow safe laboratory practices

Suggestions for improving laboratory safety

FDA Laboratory Safety Plan

Follow these guidelines to minimize opportunities for intentional removal of any hazardous materials from your laborator

Recommended equipment and supplies for a laboratory spill

Fact sheet provides overview of OSHA's standard for laboratories - Chemical Hygiene Plan

Laboratory Standard Operating Policies and Procedures related to disposal of hazardous chemicals

Magnetic field safety

Hazards of working with mercury

Safety and health hazards from methamphetamine & methamphetamine Labs

Storage of Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Laboratories

Examines occupational safety and health programs in laboratories conducting animal research

MPTP is 1-methyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine

Provides step-by-step planning procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals

Here are several key tips to practicing safety in the laboratory when using acids and bases

Safety information and resources for school and college science teachers

Cover a variety of safety topics

A guide to chemical spill response, based on the chemical characteristics of specific chemicals

Provides a brief overview of each regulation that requires a written safety program