Lab Safety
Discover how peer-led lab safety groups help researchers stay protected, informed, and connected—even as national safety funding declines
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Follow the guidance of ANSI Z136.1 to ensure laser beams are contained to keep staff safe
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New tariffs on personal protective equipment could disrupt lab supply chains, drive up costs, and challenge safety compliance
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A student’s injury led to a detailed root cause analysis using the cause tree method, offering lab managers a systems-based approach to strengthening lab safety and preventing future incidents
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Along with methods to mitigate chemical safety risks in your lab
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An overview of the critical steps to carrying out a successful chemical risk assessment
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Smart decisions around sharps training, personal protective equipment, and disposal help lab managers create safer environments for every team member
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HEPA and ULPA both play pivotal roles in ensuring the protection of personnel and product
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Gustina Gonzales, recipient of Lab Manager’s 2025 Excellence in Safety Leadership Award, shares her approach to fostering a strong safety culture, implementing effective biosafety programs, and ensuring compliance in public health laboratories
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A chemical hygiene plan provides essential guidelines for the safe use, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals in the lab
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