What is a cold room?
Cold rooms are walk-in spaces that keep materials (typically for research purposes) below room temperatures. In most cases, the air in these rooms are 100% recirculated. Old air is not exhausted, or no new air is introduced unless the door to the room is opened. Due to this, cold rooms present unique hazards and guidelines must be followed to ensure safety.
Safety Tips:
- Ensure all items are properly labeled.
- Do not store cardboard or styrofoam in a cold room.
- Promptly clean all spilled liquids and regularly clean all surfaces with appropriate cleaner.
- Do not use 100% bleach on metal surfaces.
- Do not dry sweep when cleaning.
- Report any leaks or mechanical issues to Service2Faciliites.
- View the Cold Room Fact Sheet on the EHS website for more information.