Environmental Health & Safety
Laboratory Safety
Laboratory Safety Program
WSU’s Laboratory Safety Program strives to minimize the risk of injury or illness to laboratory workers by assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) and laboratory managers with developing a laboratory specific comprehensive safety program.
This comprehensive safety program involves laboratories:
- Bookmarking and referencing the Laboratory Safety Manual as needed,
- Developing and implementing a laboratory specific Chemical Hygiene Plan,
- Developing and implementing an Accident Prevention Program,
- Developing and implementing other applicable safety and health programs,
- Participating in the Laboratory Signage Program,
- The systematic evaluation of engineering controls, and
- Adherence to recommended prudent practices in laboratories.
Current Topics of Interest
- Five Laboratory Safety Focus Areas for 2016 (and beyond)
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
- Laboratory Inspection Sample Checklist
Resources
A number of laboratory resources are available to assist you in implementing and supplementing your laboratory safety program.
How do I:
WSU Links
Contact
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) provides consultation and information services for laboratories. For further information or assistance contact EH&S at 509-335-3041.