The following are rules that relate to almost every laboratory and should be included in most safety policies. Laboratory safety guidance occupational safety and. Report all accidents and injuries, no matter how minor, to your instructor. The safety officer or a nominee meets all new researchers and arranges for appropriate training and tests. Laboratory workers are exposed to numerous potential hazards including chemical, biological, physical and radioactive hazards, as well as musculoskeletal stresses.
Guidelines for licensing a specimen collection station. Safety rules and regulations for researchers in the. In addition to uf safety policies, employees conducting research on nonuf property shall. Follow additional ppe requirements based on the ppe hazard. The bureau of safety and environmental enforcement bsee is revising existing regulations for well control and blowout preventer systems. Keep pathways clear by placing extra items books, bags, etc.
If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask your instructor for clarifications. These revisions modify regulations pertaining to offshore oil and gas. Laboratory safety rules, procedures and regulations. This final rule revises requirements for well design, well control, casing, cementing, realtime monitoring rtm, and subsea containment. Laboratory safety laboratory safety involves the development of skills and responsibility and must be an integral part of every chemistry curriculum. Laboratory safety office has developed this manual as a guidance document to familiarize uf faculty, staff, students, volunteers, and visitors with the institutionwide policies and procedures for the safe use of hazardous.
Laboratory safety rules, procedures and practices safety is the number one priority in all undergraduate chemistry laboratories at usf. Enclosed is the clinical laboratory licensure packet you. Osha rules and regulations are provided to protect the employees and the facilities. Safety rules and regulations for researchers in the chemistry research laboratory building crl established july 1991, revised may 1992, january 2000, and june 2011 the following guidelines and policies are designed to protect research personnel from exposure to hazardous chemicals in the research laboratories. Undergraduate students carrying out work in the department are given safety instructions before. The manuals goal is to maintain a safe and healthful workplace that protects against injury, illness, and loss of life. The guidance is relevant to the collection and handling of diagnostic specimens. This policy lays out the basic university principles and general roles and responsibilities in promoting a culture of safety. Complying with all applicable safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations, and being a model of quality in safety and environmental practices as we are in our teaching and research. This handbook provides policies and guidelines for safe laboratory work. Additional osha standards provide rules that protect workers. Pdf this paper presents the basics of laboratory safety and point out the most common types of safety hazards in the science laboratory.
Eye protection the occupational safety and health administration osha regulations 29cfr1910. Laboratory safety is governed by numerous local, state and federal regulations. This means that safety awareness must be integrated into each laboratory course including research with increasingly broader scope at more advanced levels. Label all chemical containers, including oilwater baths, squirt bottles, etc. Copy of general laboratory safety rules and regulations issued and discussed name and contact number of whs representative in your area. You are not permitted to be in the laboratory when an instructor is not present. Lab staff must preplan their work to ensure their safety and the safety of those individuals who work around them. Laboratory safety manual university of washington, environmental. These basic laboratory safety rules are to safeguard your health and the health of the university community, and are a minimum requirement for persons working in laboratories at the university of calgary. They interpret laws and regulations, and maintain uptodate written programs based on current health and safety standards. Laboratory safety rules, procedures and regulations safety rules ensuring laboratory safety is not just the responsibility of the instructor. Appendix safety rules for laboratories template page 1 of 7 safety rules for laboratory these protocols are intended to protect you and make your laboratory experience enjoyable and productive.
The duties range from fire safety and laboratory safety to training and emergency action plans. Eating, smoking, and drinking are not allowed in a chemistry laboratory. The msds provide specific safety information pertaining to various products and their use. Horseplay in the lab is unacceptable behavior and is cause for immediate ejection. Safety rules for laboratory oregon state university. I also certify that i will obey each and every rule stated in the paper and will adhere to each of them in my chemistry courses. Upon completion of the lecture, accompanying video, required readings and clinical rotations, the student will be able to. This faculty specific laboratory safety handbook has been prepared as a result of these extensive efforts. Laboratory safety is governed by numerous local, state and federal. You are expected to be familiar with the safety rules and to conduct your laboratory work in a. Safety laws and standards pertinent to laboratory prudent. In the following phase, we designed a laboratory notebook, brochures, safety signs, safety information cards, etc. Laboratory safety regulations with you at the start of the term. General laboratory rules do not work alone in a laboratory.
Cvm general laboratory protocols these rules apply to all cvm basic and clinical laboratories. Everyone is responsible for safe laboratory practices and is expected to exercise all due caution and prudence when working in the prep room, stockroom, chemical storage areas, and the laboratories. Safety glasses lab coat gloves, if touching potentially contaminated or hazardous materials scan for video 1215. When working in a laboratory where hazardous materials are used, wear. Like the alara policy, the radiation safety program must also be included in written form in the departments policy and procedure manual.
These eyeprotective devices shall be furnished free of charge to the student and are, by law, not transferable. Safety and health requirements outlines safety and health considerations for owned or leased epa facilities. Personal protective equipment and proper attire basics. School policies and legal issues supporting safe schools. These eyeprotective devices shall be furnished free of charge to the. General work rules for safety colorado state university. Follow additional ppe requirements based on the ppe hazard assessment tool. Safety glasses or other eye protection long pants closed toe, solid top shoes when directly handling hazardous materials, add. They cover what you should know in the event of an emergency, proper signage, safety equipment, safely using laboratory equipment, and basic commonsense rules. Epa facilities manual, volume 3 safety, health, and.
Know the location of safety features of the laboratory including the safety shower, eye wash. Never enter a lab without reading and obeying the posted hazard label on the door. Safety glasses or other eye protection long pants closed toe, solid top shoes when directly handling. In these sections, safety rules and regulations for laboratory, demonstrations and activities will be discussed. Safety is the number one priority in all undergraduate chemistry laboratories at usf. Clinical laboratory improvement amendments 42 usc 263a pdf icon external icon source. Now therefore, the food safety and standards authority of india hereby makes the following regulations, namely, food safety and standards laboratory and sample analysis regulations, 2011 chapter 1 general 1. Posting of radiation safety rules and regulations general radiation safety rules must be posted in each laboratory in which radioactive materials are used. Emergency procedures and location of emergency phones location of fire extinguishers and fire blankets in the areabuilding. It should be kept in mind that the laboratory is an environment where serious work is carried out, and it is forbidden to act in a way that could disrupt the order or cause danger in laboratories. These guidelines and policies are to be followed in addition to those given in the previous section on general safety rules and information.
The safety, health, and environmental management manual. Mar 09, 2018 complying with all applicable safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations, and being a model of quality in safety and environmental practices as we are in our teaching and research. You dont necessarily have to know the answer to a question the idea is to learn as you go. Lab safety rules for students report all accidents, injuries, and breakage of glass or equipment to instructor immediately. Ehrs staff assumes responsibility for picking up all of the waste chemicals from your laboratory and for making the final hazardous waste determination. If you are unsure about anything, ask your instructor for additional information. Undergraduate students carrying out work in the department are given safety instructions before the onset of any practical sessions or laboratory work. How to plan for strategies that meet school safety needs five effective response strategies useful web and print resources guide 2. Government printing office gpo federal digital system external icon.
The following are some general guidelines that should always be followed. Always wear approved safety glasses, in compliance with ohio state law. Select a section from the list or a question from the number block. Ohio university laboratory safety rules your personal safety is as important as the research results. Please complete the bottom section and turn in to the professor of the course. Know the location and proper use of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, safety showers, eye wash devices, and first aid kits. General rules include no smoking, eating, drinking, storing of food, mouth pipetting of radioactive materials, and similar guidelines statenrc regulations and telephone numbers. Over the years, osha has promulgated rules and published guidance to. Essential rules for managing hazardous chemical materials 1.
The importance of laboratory safety has been recognized for many years in in. The occupational safety and health act requires employers to comply. This laboratory safety quiz is based on material in the american chemical society pamphlet safety in academic chemistry laboratories, vol. For safety laws and standards described in detail elsewhere in this book, this chapter will refer to that section. Specific laboratory safety rules are outlined in other documents that govern the research and usage of. There are a number of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and standards that pertain to the laboratory activities and conditions that affect the environment, health, and safety. This change was mandated by new epa regulations and ehrs has issued revised yellow waste tags to comply with this new requirement. The manual also provides general guidelines for all laboratories and specific safety rules for each subject area. The clinical laboratory improvement amendments of 1988 statute is an amendment to the public health services act in which congress revised the federal program for certification and oversight of clinical laboratory testing. Material safety data sheets all employees should be familiar with material safety data sheets msds. Laboratory safety rules, procedures and practices university of.
School policies and legal issues supporting safe schools, by kirk bailey, is a practical guide to the development and implementation of school policies that support safe schools. It is everyones responsibility to read, understand and follow all safety regulations, policies and procedures when you are present in any of the nams laboratories. University of detroit mercy biology department laboratory. Rules for licensure of clinical laboratories chapter 111810 please see website. Ensuring laboratory safety is not just the responsibility of the instructor. Laboratory safety rules and regulations safety rules a. University of detroit mercy biology department laboratory safety rules and regulations i have read and understand the safety rules and regulations contained within this document.
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