Workplace Safety
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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Understanding the eight types of physical lab hazards and how to prevent them will go far in making your lab a safer place
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Learn how to develop a comprehensive safety orientation program for new employees, covering policies, emergency procedures, PPE, hazard reporting, and compliance
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Learn how to recognize and address workplace substance abuse, ensure a drug-free environment, and promote safety with proactive intervention strategies.
Updated | 3 min read
Learn best practices for lone worker safety, working alone policies, and compliance with safety regulations to protect employees in high-risk environments.
Updated | 3 min read
Learn about laboratory oven hazards, fire risks, and safety best practices. Discover essential precautions, PPE guidelines, and emergency preparedness tips.
Updated | 3 min read
Boost biosafety culture in your lab with effective training, audits, and leadership support
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Learn how to prevent ergonomic injuries while using a microscope with expert tips on posture, workstation setup, microbreaks, and stretching exercises.
Updated | 2 min read
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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Lab accidents cost time, money, and reputation. Discover an engaging way to improve lab safety training and prevent incidents before they occur
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