Compressed gases and cryogenic liquids are stored in gas cylinders under high pressure, which can have several safety considerations to prevent injury and property damage. University units and departments with compressed gases and cryogens, including liquid nitrogen, are required to follow regulations for safe storage of gas cylinders and Dewars.
Proper storage of compressed gases and liquid nitrogen includes:
Visit the EH&S’s Chemical SOPs page to find new standard operating procedures (SOP) templates for nanomaterials, chloroform, and metallic lead.
The purpose of the UW Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Program is to protect University personnel from exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).
The UW Bloodborne Pathogens Program is detailed in the UW Core Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan in Appendix A of the UW Biosafety Manual.
Standard Operating Procedure for working with nanomaterials.
Standard Operating Procedure for working with metallic lead.
Standard Operating Procedure for working with chloroform.
The University’s Emergency Management and Office of Research have provided guidance to the research community to assist with business continuity planning. As a supplement to these resources and in response to requests for assistance at the lab level, EH&S has prepared a Guide to Business Continuity and Recovery Planning for Laboratories and Research Facilities.
Does your research require the use of Aqua regia or Piranha solutions? These are two types of acidic washes used for very specific purposes and have very important workplace health and safety considerations.
The UW Photography Guidelines are intended for use in research, shop settings and other University locations with hazardous materials and/or physical safety hazards.