The use of PPE is often necessary to protect employees from injury or illness caused by exposure to chemicals and other workplace hazards such as: biologicals, radiation, physical, electrical, ...

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to supplement ... venting should be worn when there is a likelihood of chemical splash or spray, explosion/implosion, or other significant eye hazards. A ...

The purpose of the standard is to ensure employees are informed of: the hazards of chemicals they may encounter in their workplace, the proper personal protective equipment to use to protect ...

Procedures for Working with Particularly Hazardous Substances Laboratory ... as well as any carrier or solvent chemical. Upon leaving the designated area, remove any personal protective equipment worn ...

The laboratory chemical fume hood is the most common local exhaust ventilation system used in laboratories and is the primary method used to control inhalation exposures to hazardous substances. When ...

The following minimum PPE must be worn when working with pure osmium tetroxide ... Label all containers, including secondary containment, with the chemical name and hazard warning. To reduce hazards ...

Key aspects of the culture include a safety-first mindset, respect for chemical processes ... Labs must meet applicable OSHA safety regulations. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be ...

UAB’s Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) will provide in-depth discussions and hands-on training on biosafety, chemical safety, hazardous waste, emergency response, use and ...

PPE protects you from hazards in your environment. Knowing the types of PPE available and how to use them properly can help you minimize your exposure to harm. Depending on your work situation ...

This program establishes the requirements to ensure those working with or exposed to hazardous chemicals are aware of their hazards and identities and are provided with the necessary information, ...