Stanford University researchers have received Bio-X funding to develop a tiny moving probe to study the mechanical properties of sensory cells in the ear. Their research could lead to new treatments for hearing loss, and the probe may advance other scientists’ research as well.

Can you identify the hazards that are present? Are they chemical, physical, biological, mechanical, electrical, radiation, noise, stress, or high/low pressure? Those are life’s nine hazards and you should look for them before beginning an experiment.

Hardware, maintenance, and training requirements for safety showers and eyewash stations

Creating the best slip, trip, and fall prevention program for your lab

How to design and implement a successful lockout/tag out program for your facililty.

The National Safety Council reports that about 1000 people are electrocuted each year in the United States. That means grounded plugs on all electrical equipment in the lab are very important.

Firetrace International manufactures a fast-acting and reliable automatic fire detection and suppression system designed to protect against laboratory fume hood fires.

So how often should you run a fire drill? How do you know if employees are taking them seriously enough to be effective?

It's important that every lab be prepared with the correct fire extinguisher, inspection requirements and training.