Emory Research Administration News

Category: EHSO

  • New USDA Permit Applications Infographic

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    USDA APHIS regulates the import and export of plants, animals, and their products in the United States. USDA permits are necessary to protect the environment and prevent import delays. By having the proper permits in place, you can ensure that you safely get your sample when you want it. To help you through the USDA…

  • Lab Incident: UH Manoa Lab Explosion

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    On Monday, April 18, 2016, the Honolulu Fire Department released the investigation report on the cause and origin of a laboratory explosion at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. The explosion occurred on March 16 in a Hawaii Natural Energy Institute biofuels research laboratory in the Pacific Ocean Science and Technology (POST) building. A visiting…

  • BioRAFT Update

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    EHSO continues with the rollout of the electronic platform for submission of biosafety protocols. Here is a collection of the most FAQs when completing the registration: What do I do if I have a new protocol or a 3-yr renewal? For new protocols: Send email to biosafe@emory.edu. Your registration will need to be initiated by…

  • PDF: July 2016 Lab Rat Newsletter

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  • Avoid Technical Problems in ELMS

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    When accessing online training in ELMS, the following are the minimum system requirements: To avoid the most common time-consuming errors in ELMS, follow the ELMS Course Completion Guide with precision while taking each online course. The PDF guide can be located at the website bit.ly/ELMSguide.

  • Summer Clothing and Lab Safety

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    The weather is warming up, and while shorts and sandals are great if you are spending time outside, it is important to be properly dressed when working in a laboratory. Follow the required safety practices from the Chemical Hygiene Plan to protect yourself from hazardous materials, falling objects and other lab hazards. Tip: On hot summer…

  • PDF: June 2016 Lab Rat Newsletter

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  • New Laboratory Inspection Infographic

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    To make the annual process easier, EHSO recently published a new laboratory inspection infographic to clarify all parts of the process for labs. Please visit ehso.emory.edu/programs/research-biosafety, and click on the “Laboratory Inspection Program” link for more.

  • Preparing for Lab Moves & Close-Outs

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    EHSO guidelines for lab decommissioning: http://www.ehso.emory.edu/content-guidelines/LabDecommissioningGuidelines.pdf Proper Laboratory Decommissioning: ensures that the vacated space is in a stable and known condition, safe for individuals unfamiliar with the laboratory to enter. reduces disposal costs associated with unwanted and unknown hazardous materials, and encourages sustainability through redistribution of unwanted, useable laboratory equipment and supplies. Ultimate responsibility for…

  • Registering Volunteers & Minors in the Lab

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    Summer is a great time for students to gain valuable laboratory experience through volunteering or internships. Because student volunteers and/or minors may be unaware of hazards and risks associated with working in a laboratory, Emory University policies require training before entering a lab. Minors and Volunteers: Emory Policies 4.83 and 7.21 How does Emory define…