All
persons
working
in
research
laboratories
must:
- Complete all applicable safety training.
- Become familiar with what to do in specific situations.
-
Review
all
lab
specific
hazards
and
safety
precautions
with
supervising
researcher.
- Become familiar with any unusual hazards in designated areas and procedures for dealing with them. Know the specific safety data sheets and equipment manual(s) for these areas.
- Follow all departmental and university safety procedures and policies.
- Report any malfunction of equipment or equipment breakdowns to your project supervisor.
Expectations for laboratory personnel
- Review and follow relevant lab safety manual(s) and materials and hazards.
- Follow oral and written lab safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures required for the tasks assigned.
- Keep work areas safe and uncluttered.
- Some labs may have individual operating policies and procedures. The lab supervisor is responsible to provide this information if required.