Chemistry
Laboratory Safety in the Chemistry Department
The Chemistry Department is a dynamic, growing department with a strong commitment to provide a safe and healthy environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. We believe that safety education is an integral part of "learning" chemistry.
Department Safety Policy
General Laboratory Safety Information
- ACS Safety in Academic Chemistry
- Glove and Lab Coat Use in Common Areas
- Chemistry Teaching Lab Safety Rules
Emergency Procedures
- Spill response (pdf format)
- Personnel injury (pdf format)
- Facility emergency (pdf format)
- Emergency egress (pdf format)
CWU Safety Training Resources
- Chemistry SOP template
- Unattended Experiment Form
- How to read an SDS
- NIOSH pocket guide to chemical hazards
- The proper way to remove disposable gloves (pdf format)
Safety Video
Video detailing procedures for chemistry laboratory safety protocols
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Chemistry
Science Building, Room 302