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

Rapid, reliable field detection of hazardous materials is a top priority in both private and government security markets

Forethought and preplanning, i.e., developing a response plan, can help immensely when crisis hits

High breathability is a critical requirement for protective clothing to prevent heat-stress and exhaustion when military personnel are engaged in missions in contaminated environments

Awkwardness with the practical side of science shouldn't be a barrier to pursuing it as a career

Ensuring that hazards are properly labeled and that workers have a clear understanding of their seriousness is critical

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.

Employees, faculty, staff, and students need to be encouraged to develop a genuine concern about their own health and safety. It’s too easy to care less and become careless.

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