LABORATORY SAFETY MANUAL

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Lab Safety Manual
1st Page

Chapter 1
Emergency Response

Chapter 2
General Safety

Chapter 3
Chemical Hygiene Plan

Chapter 4
Radiological Safety

Chapter 5
Biological Hygiene Plan

Chapter 6
Laser Safety

Chapter 7
Administrative Concerns

Chapter 8
Standard & Special Operating Procedures

Chapter 9
Facility Data

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Appendicies

Bibliography

Glossary

Index

On-Campus Contact Information

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1st Rule of Lab Safety

Haz-Waste No-No

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Updated January 2003

Chapter 1
Emergency Response

During the course of normal laboratory operations there is always the potential for an emergency situation to arise. These emergencies can be the result of a chemical spill, fire, or the need for medical assistance.

In the event of an emergency, an emergency response plan should be implemented. This plan would include evacuation of the facility if such action is deemed appropriate.

Internal communication is very important during any emergency situation. It is essential that all employees know how to act and react during the emergency. To accomplish this, it is necessary that a written Emergency Response Plan be developed and that all employees are trained and participate in drills.

All accidents, regardless of severity, should be reported and investigated. Key elements of an emergency procedure plan are summarized by the acronym NEAR; Notify, Evacuate, Assemble, Report.

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