Laboratory Safety Resources

The annual Laboratory Safety Review is an opportunity for labs to receive guidance and support on the development and implementation of laboratory safety programs. The reviews are conducted by Laboratory Safety Professionals. The best way to prepare for you review is by completing a self-inspection using Inspect. Here is a step-by step guide to Conducting a self-inspection (.pdf).

Laboratory Safety Resources

• Laboratory Safety Review Checklist (paper)
• Preparing for Your Lab Safety Review (course)
• Online Lab Safety Tools Seminar (course)

Training forms

• Site-Specific Safety Orientation & Training Checklist for New Laboratory Personnel
• Annual Refresher Training Form

Required Courses

• UC Laboratory Safety Fundamentals course (initial) or UC Laboratory Safety Refresher (every 3 years after initial)
• LHAT PPE training

Chemical Safety

• Laboratory Safety Manual (updated annually)
• SOP Templates and guidance reference document
• SafetyNet 8: Chemical Waste Disposal Guidelines
• SafetyNet 13: Guidelines for Chemical Spill Control
• UCD Chemical Inventory
• Chemical Compatibility Storage Guide and storage codes

Safety Equipment

• SafetyNet 66: Emergency Eyewash and Shower Testing and Use
• SafetyNet 538: Fire Extinguisher Inspection Procedures

Departmental Documents

• Contact your Department Safety Coordinator (DSC) for copies of the Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and Emergency Action & Evacuation Plan (EAP)