Lab Personnel
Research is one of the two main missions of the University, the other being education. Lab personnel are integral in the creation and maintenance of a safe laboratory environment. They are responsible for ensuring safety in laboratories and lab support areas on campus and within the Medical Center. This responsibility includes:
- Being familiar with University emergency procedures;
- Responding appropriately in the event of an emergency;
- Being familiar with Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures;
- Maintaining a safe laboratory environment;
- Knowing the hazards of the materials and/or equipment being used;
- Following all safety procedures in the laboratory environment;
- Selecting, using and understanding the limitations of personal protective equipment;
- Reporting any unsafe conditions to your supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety; and
- Reporting any job related injuries or illnesses to your supervisor or Human Resources Administrator immediately; and
- Participating in all required safety training.
Below are the policies, procedures and tools necessary to keep our laboratory personnel healthy and safe while conducting research for new discoveries in University laboratories.
