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Laboratory Safety

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OSHA’s Laboratory Safety Standard

Applies to the laboratory use of hazardous chemicals

A hazardous chemical – a chemical that may cause acute or chronic health effects in exposed employees

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Officially named: Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories, 29 CFR 1910.1450

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The Lab Safety Standard Requires

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Information & training Exposure controls Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Chemical inventories, MSDS, container

labeling Properly functioning safety equipment Emergency procedures Medical consultation & exam A written plan

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A. IntroductionB. Process PlanningC. Emergency PlanningD. EquipmentE. TrainingF. General Lab Safety PracticesG. Safety Practices for Specific HazardsH. Management of Unwanted Lab Materials

(Waste)I. Exposure Assessment and Medical Care

Appendix I: FormsAppendix II: Lab Related Manuals

Laboratory Safety Manual

New

Old

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A. Introduction

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Defines a laboratory Responsibilities

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Setting Up a Lab

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Use the new checklist

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B. Process Planning

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Good planning can make the difference.

New SOP form can be completed and printed online

Standard Operating Procedures Special Procedures Ordering

Permits/licenses/Registrations

Receipt and Distribution Shipping Use of Engineering Controls

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C. Emergency Planning

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Postings and Signage Emergency Action Plan

Be sure to include spill clean up procedures

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D. Equipment

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Must be used properly, maintained in good condition, periodically inspected and properly disposed at the end of useful life.

Ensure centrifuge carriage is balanced

Inspect electrical wires for damage

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Safety EquipmentEnables you to: Avoid exposures Store hazards safely Respond to emergencies

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Personal Protective Equipment

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When PPE is required Minimum for lab work

Eye protection Lab coat Gloves Shoes with closed

toes and heels Policy Selection assistance Care and maintenance

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E. Training

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EH&S provided Lab Training Curriculum

Site-specific Retain proof of

completion Certificates Printout of My History Training History Site-Specific Training

EH&S Fire Safety Training

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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

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Provide information about the chemical and its hazards. Must be available to employees. Retain a copy. Check for updates. Where are MSDS obtained?

With the product From the manufacturer Online MSDS EH&S MSDS Library

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F. General Lab Safety Practices

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Reduce the risk of employee exposure and injuries.

Perform safety audits using Laboratory Safety Survey form.

Safe practices, labeling, storage, use, and surveys

NOTE: Picture depicts Lab Safety training – be sure to wear proper attire when performing safety audits

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G. Safety Practices for Specific Hazards

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Corrosives

OxidizersCompressed and liquefied gases

Peroxide formers

Flammables and combustibles

Others include: explosives, lasers, mercury, nanotechnology, etc.

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H. Management of Unwanted Materials

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Unwanted Biohazardous Materials

Unwanted Chemicals

Unwanted Equipment

Unwanted Radiological Materials

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I. Exposure Assessment &

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Employees are asked to complete a Hazard Inventory form to identify monitoring needs and determine if medical surveillance is needed

Medical Surveillance

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Exposed or Injured

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Employees Emergencies/after hours – Mary Greeley Medical Center Emergency Room @ 239-2155 or call 911 Normal working hours – McFarland Clinic Occupational Medicine Department @ 239-4496 1215 Duff Avenue First Report of Injury form

Students Emergencies/after hours – Mary Greeley Medical Center Emergency Room @ 239-2155 or call 911 Normal working hours – Thielen Student Health Center @ 239-5801 Sheldon and Union Drive Student Accident Report form

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Action Plan…Using the Lab Safety Manual

1. Hazard Inventory2. Training – EH&S provided and site-specific3. Obtain permits/licenses/registrations4. SOPs5. Emergency Action Plans6. Inventories7. Ensure that materials are labeled, used,

stored and disposed of properly8. Annual lab audits using Lab Safety Survey

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