Laboratory Safety Program
Emergency Preparedness
UWM's Chemical Hygiene Plan
Lab Safety Signs and Postings
Autoclave Safety
Biosafety
Carcinogens
Chemical Right-To-Know (Hazard Communication)
Chemical Safety Information
Construction Project Design Considerations
Eyewash and Safety Shower Information
Fire Safety
Flammable Liquid Storage
Fume Hood Procedures and Practices
Gas Cylinder Safety
Glass Disposal
Hazard Communication (Chemical Right-to-Know)
High-Pressure Systems
Laboratory Safety Inspections
Laser Safety
Nanotechnology
Occupational Exposure Values Information
Occupational Safety
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Radiation Safety Program
Reactive Chemicals
Research Environmental Questionnaire
Sharps Disposal
Vacuum Systems
Training
- On-Line Laboratory Safety Training
- Hazardous Materials Shipping and Transportation
Individuals working at UWM who receive and/or handle hazardous materials shipments are required to be trained in the recognition of hazardous materials and the precautions that should be taken when handling them. These employees include anyone who loads, unloads, receives or handles hazardous materials and anyone who prepares hazardous materials for transportation (including the completion of shipping papers). One or more of the following training presentations may apply:
- On-Line Laboratory Safety Training
Videos on laboratory safety available from University Safety & Assurances
What's Wrong In This Laboratory? #1, #2, #3 #4 #6 #8
Other Resources:
- AIHA Laboratory Health & Safety Committee
- The Laboratory Safety Institute
- Chemistry.Org (Website of the American Chemical Society)
- Safety in Academic Chemistry Laboratories
Accident Prevention for College and University Students - Safety in Academic Chemistry Laboratories, Accident Prevention for Faculty and Administrators
- UW-Madison Safety Department: Chemical and Environmental Safety Program
Updated February 2, 2009 by SAK