Chemical Safety

The safe use of chemicals in laboratories is regulated by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Laboratory Standard among other regulations. Local building codes mandate Maximum Allowable Quantities of certain hazardous chemicals. All hazardous chemicals must be inventoried. Additional special licensing, registration, security or handling provisions apply to Chemicals of Interest, Select Agent Toxins, Controlled Substances, radioactive materials, high risk toxic gases and chemical waste. 

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Documents:

• Laboratory Self-Audit Checklist 
• NFPA 45 Table Attachment to CHP Max Storage Quantities
• PHS List
• Professional Visitor Health and Safety
• Standard Operating Procedures
• UNMHSC Job Hazard Analysis Form