Lab Safety Policies & Procedures

IMPORTANT & Useful Links

 

PHONE NUMBERS TO KNOW....

Security = 410-516-7777 (67777)

Homewood Safety Office = 410-516-8798 (68798)

Radiation Safety = 410-516-7278 (67278)

Brian = 410-516-7371 (67371) or 410-446-7024 (cell)

Plant Operations = 410-516-8063 (68063)

 

COMMON LAB and SHOP SAFETY VIOLATIONS....

Evidence of eating or drinking in the lab

Improper clothing worn in the lab (no sandals / flip-flops; no shorts / skirts above the knee when seated; lab coats recommended)

Gas cylinders not properly secured or capped

Electrical connections on floor surface (all power cords, strips, etc must be elevated in case of fluid spill or leak)

Unmarked or Improperly labeled chemical containers (in plain English, no symbols or abbreviations)

Missing or outdated chemical inventory list on lab entrance door

Sharps unsecured; incorrect sharps containers; containers without metal base

Excessive combustible materials stored in the lab

Cluttered work environment; general housekeeping

Tripping hazards (extension cords, misc. obstructions, etc)

Incompatible / Improper chemical storage; improper chemical handling

Flammable chemicals >10 gal total or >1 gal containers stored outside proper cabinet

Eyewash sprayer obstructed

Hand soap and towels missing

Face shield and gloves missing from area of liquid nitrogen dewar

Missing chemical splash eye goggles / gloves

Bio cabinet / Clean air bench / Fume hood not currently certified

Fire extinguisher / electrical panel blocked (no obstructions within 3 ft)