Safety manuals and policies can be accessed through links provided on the Lab Safety and Support website. For specific documents such as the Chemical Hygiene Plan, Chemical Spill Response Guideline, and others, you will find relevant links under the respective sections.
When working with hazardous chemicals, follow the guidelines outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored to the specific chemicals used in your lab. The Chemical Hygiene Plan includes handling, storage, spill response procedures, and waste management protocols.
Proper disposal of chemical waste is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California State Department of Environmental Conservation under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Detailed guidelines on hazardous waste disposal are available under the Chemical Waste Management section of the website.
The required PPE for different laboratory activities includes gloves, lab coats, goggles, earplugs, and respirators, among others. Specific PPE requirements should be determined based on the PPE Hazard Assessment form and guidelines provided by the KGI PPE policies.
Yes, specific guidelines for handling biological materials are provided by the Laboratory Chemical and Biological Safety Committee and outlined in KGI Biological Safety Manual. These guidelines include risk assessment, safety training, and compliance with regulatory standards for handling biological agents and hazardous materials.
Laboratory equipment should undergo regular preventive maintenance, calibration, and repairs as outlined in the Equipment Maintenance and Repair section. Some equipment is covered under service contracts, while others may require the expertise of outside service companies for repairs.
In case of a laboratory emergency, follow the Laboratory Accident Response and Report Procedures. This document provides a comprehensive guide to responding to incidents, including a visual flow chart displayed outside each laboratory for quick reference.
Yes, training programs are available and all individuals working in research labs must complete laboratory safety courses on www.citiprogram.org. Additional training and safety reviews are conducted by supervisors, and all training records must be documented in the “Laboratory Safety Binder”.
Procedures for labeling and storing hazardous materials are part of the Chemical Hygiene Plan and the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Proper labeling and storage practices are essential to minimize exposure and ensure safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
Yes, you can request assistance for disposing of expired or unused chemicals from your laboratory. The Lab Safety and Support website provides guidelines for hazardous waste disposal under the Chemical Waste Management section. You can also contact the lab safety team for help with disposal procedures and scheduling pick-up for chemical waste.
Yes, there are guidelines for managing laboratory waste, including recycling options for non-hazardous materials. The Chemical Hygiene Plan and the Waste Management Procedures outline the protocols for segregating hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Additionally, the website includes information on recycling programs for non-hazardous materials, ensuring sustainable waste management practices in the laboratory.