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.

Self-Inspections

The best way to prepare for the review is by completing a self-inspection using Inspect. In order to maintain a strong safety culture you may want to conduct lab self-inspections twice a year, or even monthly.

• Conducting a self-inspection (step-by-step guide)
• Laboratory Safety Review Checklist (paper)

Resource Courses

• 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 (must be added to the LHAT roster before completing the course)

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 (updated 5/12/21)
• 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)