ACC Lab Safety

ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD, DRINK OR RELATED WASTE IN THE LAB

 

  • Dispose of food and drink trash OUTSIDE of the lab before entering.
  • Never dispose of food/drink in the lab trash or recycling receptacles.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


At all times while working at the ACC, wear appropriate PPE:

  • Closed-toed shoes that cover feet
  • Clothing to the knees

Locations of Safety Items:

  • The Satellite Accumulation Area (SAA) for waste management is located under LCMS instruments.
  • Fire extinguishers are located by entrance door (left side).
  • Eyewash stations are available at the sink in Devlin’s laboratory (room 622).
  • Safety shower is located outside SGM-636 (at the corridor).
  • First Aid Kit is located over Desk inside Room 622 (Devlin’s lab).
  • Building Spill Kit is in 6th floor corridor to C-building/SGM (turn right outside the lab and turn right the first corridor).
  • Accident report form: www.ehs.harvard.edu/programs/accident-reporting-investigation

ACC Safety Book

 

See ACC Safety book for safety documentation, located over Solvent Cabinet, including:

  • Lab Safety Quick Reference
  • Chemical Hygiene Plan
  • Exposure Control Plan
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment
  • Lab Standard Operating Procedures for handling hazardous materials