Many researchers on campus use spray bottles of 10% bleach and 70% ethanol to decontaminate biosafety cabinets. Using spray bottles to do this is not recommended. The aerosol bleach droplets created by the spray bottle are not always cleaned up correctly with the ethanol. Over time, the missed droplets cause a cloudy white film, pitting, and corroding in the biosafety cabinet.
Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs) are one of the primary engineering controls used by laboratories to provide personal, product and environmental protection from potential pathogens. To ensure that BSCs are providing these three types of protection, BSCs are certified by accredited professionals. These certifications are required at least annually and whenever a BSC is repaired or relocated.
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) assists the university community in providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for students, faculty, staff, contractors and visitors. EHS also works to protect the local community and environment from potential hazards on campus and instills safety, health and environmental stewardship in the work they perform.
When working in a lab, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is almost always necessary to protect workers from chemical exposures, biological pathogens and other hazards. Lab coats, gloves, and eye protection are some of the mos
Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing microorganisms that are found in blood and other potentially infectious body fluids. Here are some tips on how to stay safe when coming in contact with blood or bodily fluids:
