Author: Beth Savoy
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Inventory: Film Processing Units
EHSO is gathering information on film processing units on campus. If you have a film processing unit, please contact Samantha Pallas via samantha.pallas@emory.edu.
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GHS Classification & Labeling of Chemicals Pt. 4
In this and future editions of The Lab Rat Newsletter, EHSO will provide quick overviews of the current hazard communication standard. The goal is to remind laboratory personnel of the information these pictograms are communicating regarding hazards in the laboratory.
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Dry Ice Disposal: One More Tip
In the November issue of the Lab Rat Newsletter, EHSO discussed hazards involved in disposing of dry ice in a sink and offered tips for handling dry ice safely. Dry ice should be stored inside of an insulated container such as a styrofoam cooler or ice bucket to allow it to sublimate. If your lab…
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BIO & CHEM Updates for BioRAFT
BIO Registration As of this month, EHSO has completed the transition from paper to electronic registrations in BioRAFT. PIs are already being prompted to review their registrations due for annual update in January 2017. Remember that BIO registrations are “evergreen,” meaning that the projects will not expire but require an annual review and update. For…
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EHSO’S New Waste Collection Request System
Starting November 1st, EHSO will transition to using a new regulated waste collection system. Since September 1st, EHSO has tested the system to ensure improved user experience. Please visit ehso.emory.edu and click on the “Waste Collection” button for more information.
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GHS Classification & Labeling of Chemicals Pt. 3
In this and future editions of The Lab Rat Newsletter, EHSO will provide quick overviews of the current hazard communication standard. The goal is to remind laboratory personnel of the information these pictograms are communicating regarding hazards in the laboratory.
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Shipping Training Reminders
Below are solutions to some of the issues with the Shipping Training registration in ELMS: 1. Invalid SmartKey Solution – Individual should verify SmartKey with their business manager, administrator, or the person who does their department accounting. Then, email biosafe@emory.edu with verified SmartKey. 2. Individual is dropped or denied Solution – Individual should talk with…
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Dry Ice Disposal
Dry ice is the solid form of carbon dioxide. It is used in research as a cooling agent. Dry ice is considered a hazard because it presents the following types of health hazards: Skin contact hazard – Skin can be damaged by the extreme cold temperatures of the ice pellets or blocks. Frostbite can occur…