Safety tips
Learn how to choose the right chemical-resistant gloves, including butyl and PVC gloves, for optimal protection against hazardous substances in labs and industry
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Used appropriately, a fume hood can be a very effective device for containment hazardous materials, as well as providing some protection from splashes and minor explosions. Even so, the average fume hood does have several limitations.
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Learn how to control chemical exposure in labs using engineering controls, safe work practices, and PPE. Enhance your safety knowledge with expert training
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Learn best practices for lone worker safety, working alone policies, and compliance with safety regulations to protect employees in high-risk environments.
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"Learn safe techniques for inserting glass tubing and thermometers into rubber stoppers, including cutting, fire polishing, bending, and injury prevention tips.
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Discover the five major dangers of using a cell phone in a laboratory, including contamination risks, fire hazards, distractions, EMI, and data breaches.
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Some questions any lab manager or professional at the collegiate, university, or high school levels might want to consider prior to purchasing chemicals.
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Cryogenic materials are extremely cold and call for special handling, tools and personal protection. Liquified gases will freeze skin on contact, so you should wear nonporous gloves intended for cryogenic work.
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As you can imagine, working with gas cylinders presents plenty of hazards: flammability, reactivity, toxicity, and asphyxiation. Mishandling can lead to explosions or more innocuous dangers...
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To promote your health and ensure your laboratory productivity, simple postural and equipment adjustments can be made. The following tips can help decrease your exposure to ergonomic risk factors in the laboratory.
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