Women who work with research laboratory chemicals are less likely to get pregnant than other women, according to the findings of Swedish researchers. Laboratory work and chemical exposure have ...

It is the responsibility of the RIT EH&S Department to help ensure faculty, staff, students, and visitors have a safe and healthy working and learning environment in all RIT owned and operated ...

In 1983, OSHA issued the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) to protect workers from exposure to the hazards of all chemicals in their workplace. The standard, commonly called the HAZCOM ...

Lab Tests Show The Smaller The Pieces, The Greater The Toxicity In A Nutshell Recycled tire “crumb rubber” used on ...

HIGH RISK due to nature of the chemical (highly toxic, flammable, reactive) and quantity involved; extensive measures required to control or contain the spill; unique circumstances of the lab; ...

A cart sits in a classroom lab with multiple shelves loaded with white and amber bottles of chemicals. The labels show many different brands and time periods, and some are peeling. Legacy chemicals ...

Science classrooms with scientific equipment and supplies should not be used for non-science courses or activities unless the science materials can be stored in a secured area. Laboratory activities ...

This manual applies to all employees and students in order to protect them from exposure to hazardous chemicals and situations that may endanger their health and safety. A conscious effort by all ...