Name of the chemical or chemical product (to match the chemical name on the corresponding SDS). General information regarding the hazards of the chemical. This information can be communicated using ...

Fail-Safe: An experiment that is being monitored by a device to shut down the experiment if, for instance, a loss in water pressure or electricity to the experiment could cause a fire, explosion, or ...

Safety professionals deal with many workplace hazards, and most employ the "Hierarchy of Controls" shown in Figure 1 to reduce/eliminate hazards. If possible, eliminate the hazard completely or ...

I once had an experience working with a manufacturing operation that included painting processes for the main production line and a small spray-painting area in the repair section. The facility ...

This program outlines the minimum set of guidelines for the safe laboratory use of hazardous chemicals at WMU to prevent overexposures. This program does not cover the laboratory use of radioactive ...

The primary goals of safe chemical storage are to reduce risk by minimizing quantities of chemicals stored, avoiding contact between incompatible chemicals, and preventing hazardous storage conditions ...

In this Hogan Lovells update, we first provide a brief overview of the purpose and history of the PCHF Draft Guidance, address the key changes to the draft Introduction, and then discuss some of the ...

Most everyone involved with hazardous materials response is familiar with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) placard and label system for transportation of hazardous materials. The U.S.

Various types of chemicals can be harmful to your body through immediate or prolonged exposure, including common items in your home, school, or workplace. You might encounter a variety of chemical ...

We recently conducted a synthesis of azidotrimethylsilane (TMS-N 3) that resulted in an explosion, significant damage to the reaction hood, and injuries to a student researcher. Although it is still ...

Local emergency officials Thursday unveiled an interactive online map of hundreds of chemical hazard sites in McLennan County, addressing safety concerns in the wake of the April 17 West Fertilizer Co ...