Category Archives: EHSO

Environmental Health & Safety Office

New! Chemical Safety Webpage

October 3, 2018

Do you need information or resources related to chemicals or chemical safety? Are you looking for guidance on submitting a Chemical in Animals Protocol or chemical waste disposal? The EHSO website launched a chemical safety webpage which assist labs with managing the use of chemicals from purchase to disposal. Currently, the webpage includes: The University’s […]

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Chemical Container Labeling

October 3, 2018

Chemical containers must meet the labeling requirements of the Global Harmonization Standard (GHS).  GHS hazard information, including pictograms and hazard warnings, are necessary to ensure that both lab personnel and non-lab personnel are aware of the physical and/or health hazards of the chemical. The hazard warnings may be communicated through pictures, symbols, words, or a […]

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Fire Safety Week

October 3, 2018

Do you know where the fire extinguisher is located? OSHA requires that fire extinguishers receive two types of inspections to ensure that they work when activated: Monthly visual inspection: The responsibility of the individuals in the laboratory. Annual certification inspection: Conducted by an Emory-approved contractor. How do I conduct a monthly inspection? Location: Is the […]

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October is Biosafety Month

October 3, 2018

2018 is the 5th anniversary of Biosafety Month. The National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Office of Science Policy (OSP) initially created National Biosafety Month to encourage institutions to highlight the importance of biosafety and undertake activities to strengthen their biosafety programs. The 2018 Biosafety Month theme is “Promoting a Culture of Biosafety and Responsibility” with […]

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Meet Your Building Safety Liaison

September 5, 2018

Did you know that the Research Safety division of EHSO has a safety liaison assigned to your research building? Meet your research safety liaison weekly to address any questions you have regarding laboratory safety. Here is the list of building liaisons: Building Research Safety Liaison Anthropology *email request for meeting Robin Ruthenborg Atwood Chemistry Center […]

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Update: Training in BioRAFT and Automated Training Reminders

September 5, 2018

The following training modules can now be completed in BioRAFT: EHSO – General Laser Safety – When existing laser systems are modified, new laser systems are added to lab, or at the discretion of the Laser Safety Officer (LSO). EHSO – Research Lab Safety – ANNUAL EHSO – BBP for Research – ANNUAL EHSO – […]

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Are You Prepared in Case of an Emergency?

September 4, 2018

To make sure you are prepared in any situation, take a look at the following list for ideas. Always dial 911 in case of an emergency. It is also important to have the numbers for the Police Department/Security on hand. Visit Accident.Emory.edu to learn how to report workplace accidents/injuries. Create an evacuation plan for your family and co-workers. Have a meeting […]

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Featured BioRAFT Functionality – How to Add Personnel

July 31, 2018

This month EHSO will provide you with a few tips that may help you navigate the electronic platform to manage personnel using biological, chemicals and radioactive materials in your laboratory. Addition of research individuals to the Principal Investigator’s registration in BioRAFT will allow them to complete training. Only Emory staff and Emory students who appear […]

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Update: Training Modules Moved to BioRAFT

July 31, 2018

The following training modules can now be completed in BioRAFT: EHSO – Laser Safety – When existing laser systems are modified and new laser systems are added to lab, or at the discretion of the Laser Safety Officer (LSO). EHSO – Research Lab safety – ANNUAL EHSO – BBP for Researchers – ANNUAL EHSO – […]

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How to Prepare for Lab Moves and Close-Outs

July 31, 2018

Is your lab moving? Is your lab relocating to a new space? Is your lab closing-out and stopping research activities? If you answered YES to any of these questions, contact your EHSO Building Liaison. We are here to help make the transition smooth and easy. EHSO has recently updated the guidelines for Lab Moves, Relocations, […]

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