The EH&S Laboratory Safety team performs annual safety inspections of research spaces to ensure labs are following campus policies and state/federal regulations. The laboratory inspection is conducted with a lab representative and the process consists of three components:
- Documentation
- General lab safety
- Chemical safety.
Safety recommendations may also be made during the inspection process based on the risks assessed in the lab environment.
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General Lab Requirements
All labs must adhere to the following areas:
- Fire Safety
- Emergency Safety
- Earthquake Safety
- Electrical Safety
- Housekeeping
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Documentation Required
All labs must complete the following:
- Laboratory Safety Fundamentals Training
- Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) review and sign-off
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Lab Site Safety Orientation Training
- Laboratory Hazard Assessment Tool (LHAT)
- Chemical Inventory
Chemical Safety
Lab personnel should have appropriate training for the following:
- Chemical Storage/Compatibility
- Fume Hoods
- Miscellaneous Engineering Controls
- Hazardous Waste Management
