Laboratory Safety Equipment

Chemical Fume Hoods Links to an external site.

• Keep storage of chemicals to a minimum
• Keep area outside the hood as clear as possible
• Never use the fume hood to dispose of volatile waste
• Keep sash at lowest comfortable height
• Do not make any modifications
• Report any problems to Work Management
• Do not confuse with Biosafety Cabinets

Biosafety Cabinet  Links to an external site.

             Good fume hood work environment                Bad fume hood work environment 

     Nothing inpeds the air flow                                        improper airflow due to to much ground space being used

    Chemicals actively being used are in their                 stored chemicals 

Safety Shower and Eyewashes

• Keep area around equipment free of obstructions (16 inches)
• In the event of chemical spills on personnel, flush affected area for fifteen minutes
• Seek medical attention for even minor chemical burns
• Use calcium gluconate gel for hydrofluoric acid burns