DHS Chemical Security
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulates approximately 320 Chemicals of Interest (COI). Stony Brook University must comply with these security regulations for all Nitric Acid used and
Glovebox Safety
Gloveboxes can be used to protect the items inside, the people outside or both. It is important to monitor whether the box is leaking and to keep records so you
Gloves
To Wear or Not To Wear? A very important question for your safety! Why Wearing Gloves is Important It is important to wear gloves when working with hazardous chemicals and
Chemical Fume Hoods
Work Practices and Procedures Before using a fume hood, make sure your work area is clean and uncluttered. Never use the fume hood to store chemicals and equipment between procedures.
Environment, Health and Safety Manual – Chapter 05.08: Occupational Safety Policies – OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards
Title Environment, Health and Safety Manual – Chapter 05.08: Occupational Safety Policies – OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards Policy The OSHA “Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens” (29 CFR Part 1910.1030) is
Biological Safety Manual – Index
Recipient(s) – separate email addresses with a comma Message Press Alt + 0 within the editor to access accessibility instructions, or press Alt + F10 to access the menu. Check
Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 19: Resources for Information
Title Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 19: Resources for Information Resources Resources for information, consultation, and advice on biohazard control, decontamination procedures, and other aspects of laboratory and animal safety
Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 18: NIH Oversight of Research Involving Recombinant Biosafety Issues
Title Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 18: NIH Oversight of Research Involving Recombinant Biosafety Issues Introduction The NIH locus for oversight of recombinant DNA research is the OBA, which is
Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 17: Guidelines for Work With Toxins of Biological Origin
Title Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 17: Guidelines for Work With Toxins of Biological Origin Introduction Biological toxins comprise a broad range of poisons, predominantly of natural origin but increasingly
Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 16: Working With Human, NHP, and Other Mammalian Cells and Tissues
Title Biological Safety Manual – Chapter 16: Working With Human, NHP, and Other Mammalian Cells and Tissues Introduction Although risk of laboratory infection from working with cell cultures in general