Vince McLeod, CIH
Articles by Vince McLeod, CIH
A closer look at glutaraldehyde-based chemical agents
Autoclaves use heat and pressure with water to create superheated steam. Therefore, they can pose significant hazards to untrained or careless employees
If there is one thing we are certain about, it is the presence of potential eye hazards in laboratories
When are lab coats necessary? When should gloves be worn? What types are best?
By providing guidance, suggestions, and recommendations specific to laboratory safety here, our goal is to help like-minded managers strengthen the safety culture in their labs.
Recent development of resistant pathogens have major implications, primarily for the health care delivery sector
Researchers should have a working understanding of the fundamental requirements and concepts of the laws and regulations that affect laboratories across the country
Arguably, the single most important piece of infrastructure in most laboratories is the chemical fume hood
Although ubiquitous, formaldehyde is one of the most hazardous chemicals used today
The Safety Guys want to alert you to potential physical hazards typical of many research, academic, and production laboratories
Improperly managed hazardous wastes pose serious threats to human health and the environment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is our last defense because it means the hazard is actually at hand
