Providing emergency eye wash and shower facilities for employees who work outdoors and are exposed to chemical hazards can be challenging during winter months.
The safe, orderly and prompt evacuation of building occupants depends on having the physical safety features of a building in operating condition as well as having an emergency evacuation plan.
Common sense is probably one of the most important parts of laboratory safety. Sadly, even the smartest people are guilty of doing incredibly stupid things in the lab. Here are a few shared by our readers.
By understanding the principles behind smooth boiling and the limitations of using boiling chips in superheated fluids, laboratory personnel can minimize risks and ensure safe operations.
For any new construction or renovation of laboratory areas, consider health, safety and regulatory compliance issues early in the design stage of the project. The following outlines some of these issues.