EHS Documents

Potential exposures include needle sticks, animal bites, aerosol exposures, and other incidents... read more about Accidental Exposure

Research involving biological toxins with a mammalian LD 50 of < 100 ug/kg body weight... read more about Acute Biological Toxins

This SOP applies to aerosol-generating procedures with biohazardous materials in UMass Amherst... read more about Aerosol Generating Equipment

Many people often turn to air fresheners (such as sprays, candles, incense, diffusers, etc.) to... read more about Air Fresheners and Indoor Air Quality

Every food item must have all of the food allergens labelled.  

Sample table tent card to list food item allergen ingredients.

Anesthetic gases/vapors such as nitrous oxide and isoflurane are commonly used in laboratory... read more about Anesthetic Gases

The University of Massachusetts, Amherst has a strong commitment to food safety and requires... read more about Annual Caterer/Vendor Application

X-ray machines must be registered with the Radiation Safety Office. All Principle Investigators... read more about Application/Registration to use X-ray generating devices

Arthropods present unique containment challenges not encountered with microbial pathogens.... read more about Arthropod Research

During the 1970’s, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Health and... read more about Asbestos Awareness Brochure

This manual documents the structure and function of the asbestos-containing material (ACM)... read more about Asbestos Containing Material Environmental Management System Manual

This SOP applies to setting up, using and maintaining an aspiration flask and in-line filter for... read more about Aspiration Vacuum Flask Set up

Find out:

Please obtain your checklist and fill it out when you sign in for tabling at Campus Center Room... read more about Bake Sale Tabling Checklist

A barbeque is an open air social event with a very limited menu. Food items may include:... read more about Barbeques on Campus

Batteries can discharge hazardous gases or present fire or explosion risks if these are... read more about Batteries

Biohazardous Waste must be packaged appropriately for disposal. This sign provides information... read more about Biohazardous Waste Packaging Guide

You will need to set up your lab profile in BioRAFT, and you will need... read more about BioRAFT FAQs

Biosafety Cabinets (BSC)

Learn:

How do they work?

How do I work in one?... read more about Biosafety Cabinets (BSC)

Make a plan:

Identify job classifications

Train employees

Be aware of human... read more about Bloodborne Pathogens

This SOP applies to personnel working in or around biosafety cabinets.

Application for Recreational Camps for Children

This may be a useful form for organizing your responsibilities when holding a Recreational Camp... read more about Camp Operator&#039;s Checklist at UMA

It is a policy of the University of Massachusetts... read more about Campus Policy on Environmental Health and Safety

Work with ceramics can present a variety of hazards.  The information presented below details... read more about Ceramics Safety in the Arts

Chemical labelling is an integral part of creating a safe work environment in the laboratory.... read more about Chemical Abbreviations Table Template

Please use the chemical inventory disposal log form for recording bar code numbers of emptied... read more about Chemical Inventory Disposal Log Form

Chenoweth 219 Window Glazing Compound Completion Report by ATC 2/1/11. 

(Note that ... read more about Chenoweth 219 Window Glazing Compound Completion Report 2/1/11

As described in our laboratory decommissioning policy, EH&S needs to evaluate the historical... read more about Chip Tank Removal Guidelines

Basic information for Auxiliary Enterprises employees for cleaning relative to COVID-19

Cold rooms are an essential component of many biomedical research laboratories, and are used for... read more about Cold Room Maintenance

Please contact UMass Physical Plant Safety at: (413) 545-6043, or EH&S at: 545-2682, with... read more about Confined Space Entry Permit Form

ATC Associates' Release Abatement Measure Plan dated July 12, 2011.

Cuts and punctures are the most common type of injury that occurs in the labs, shops, and... read more about Cut and Puncture Prevention

The purpose of these procedures is to eliminate, as much as possible, any potential hazards to... read more about Decommissioning of Laboratory Space Prior To Relocation, Demolition or Renovation

The products listed below have been reviewed and found effective against SARS-CoV-2 by comparing... read more about Disinfectants used at Umass Amherst that are EPA approved for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 Illness)

Disposal of Sharps.

This SOP applies to donning and doffing PPE worn when handling hazardous materials. 

Drawing can present hazards related to the materials used and the methods of use. The hazards... read more about Drawing Safety In The Arts

EH&S's Du Bois Library PCB Abatement Communication Plan effective 4/9/10.

Du Bois Elevator Lobby Maintenance and Monitoring Plan 2013 03 29 by Woodard and Curran.

... read more about Du Bois Elevator Maintenance and Monitoring Plan 2013 03 29

Du Bois Elevator PCB Communication Remediation Update dated 5/19/10.

Woodard & Curran's PCB REMEDIATION PLAN - RISK-BASED DISPOSAL AND CLEANUP dated March 2010... read more about Du Bois Elevator PCB Remediation Plan 3/24/10

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from web document.  Contact... read more about Du Bois Initial Post Abatement Monitoring Results 2012.09.13

The purpose of these guidelines is to identify the processes and requirements that must be... read more about Emergency Engine and Turbine Requirements

Please print and use the attached checklist that includes the reminders below. Flush eyewash... read more about Emergency Eyewash Station Weekly Inspection Checklist

Laboratory equipment, materials and research can be protected during emergency situations by... read more about Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Researchers

Provides information on PPE, donning and doffing procedures for emergency response to a room... read more about Emergency Response to COVID 19 Occupied Roms

ENDANGERED SPECIES

The Northern Long-Eared Bat, the Puritan Tiger Beetle, the Dwarf... read more about Endangered Species

Did you know that your posture and how you move can affect your health?  Please see the poster... read more about Ergonomic Safety In the Performing Arts

The local couriers have changed their acceptance of Styrofoam coolers being shipped from UMASS... read more about eShip Dry Ice Packaging information -updated 12-2016

This document details essential information required for work with Uranium and Thorium compounds... read more about Essential Information on Uranyl Acetate

Ethidium Bromide (EtBr) wastes are not regulated by the State of Massachusetts or the EPA. They ... read more about Ethidium Bromide Waste Disposal Fact Sheet

Attached is a visual flowchart involving the Permit Applicant, the Permitting Authority, and the... read more about Excavation and Trench Permit Process Flowchart

Prior to transfer of select toxins the Exempt Quantity Transfer Form shall be completed and sent... read more about Exempt Quantity Select Toxin Transfer Form

Register with ... read more about Fire Safety for People with Disabilities

Lab personnel often ask what should be included in a First Aid Kit and if there are any specific... read more about First Aid Kits for Labs

The storage of flammable materials in labs can be challenging, particularly when these items... read more about Flammable Storage in Refrigerators and Freezers

Food Allergy Fact Sheet

The purpose of this agreement between EH&S, the food handler/volunteer and any foodservice... read more about Food Handler Volunteer Agreement Form

Instructions for Auxiliary Enterprises Managers and Supervisors for cleaning and disinfecting at... read more about Food Safety and Instructions for Managers for Cleaning and Disinfecting

General information for UMA Auxiliary Enterprises employees relative to food safety and COVID-19... read more about Food Safety Bullet Points for Auxiliary Services Employees relative to COVID-19

Please review the Food Waiver Considerations Chart for the requirements associated with... read more about Food Waiver Considerations Chart

This SOP describes the hazard mitigation controls necessary to work safely with formaldehyde and... read more about Formaldehyde and Paraformaldehyde

Every fume hood on campus is equipped with a flow meter and/or controller, which can help... read more about Fume Hood Flow Meters and Controllers

 A laboratory gas generator is an on-site unit that delivers a continuous supply of purified gas... read more about Gas Generators

There are different types of gloves to protect against various hazards, including chemical,... read more about Glove Selection

Sometimes many different types of hazards are present at once.  In these cases, gloves that... read more about Gloves for Combination Hazards

Recreational Camps for Children - Guidance document from the Department of Public Health... read more about Guidance document - Camp Emergency Preparedness and Natural Incident Plans

Guidelines For Children And Unauthorized Persons In Labs And Other Potentially Hazardous Areas ... read more about Guidelines For Children And Unauthorized Persons In Labs And Other Potentially Hazardous Areas

This SOP applies to hand sanitation procedures after handling biohazardous materials. 

Handwashing signs

This document contains a flowchart on Hazard Assessment, Abatement, Oversight and Clearance... read more about Hazard Assessment, Abatement, Oversight, and Clearance Process - Outside Design Project

The management of Hazardous Chemical Waste (HCW) at the University of Massachusetts consists of... read more about Hazardous Chemical Waste (HCW) Management Guide

In order to provide UMass faculty, staff, students and other appropriate persons with the... read more about Hazardous Energy Control Policy Lock-Out/Tag-Out

Hazardous Building Material Assessment for Demolition, Renovation and Maintenance Projects.... read more about Hazardous Materials - Building Survey Guidance

Hazardous Chemical Waste Management Guide associated... read more about HCW Associated Document: K Listed Hazardous Waste from Specific Sources

Hazardous Chemical Waste Management Guide associated... read more about HCW Associated Document: Peroxide Forming Compounds

Hazardous Chemical Waste Management Guide associated... read more about HCW Associated Document: Procedures for Lab Treatment of Waste Chemicals

Health Care Consultant Agreement

Please see the FAQs in the document above to get answers to common questions about the hearing... read more about Hearing Conservation Program FAQs

This fact sheet details precautions to take to ensure safety while conducting field research... read more about Heat and Cold Stress

Due to runoff from heavy summer rains and Hurricane Irene in late August, there... read more about Hills Building Remediation

Ergonomics for the Home Office

When working from home, it is essential to set-up your... read more about Home Workstation Ergonomics

Regular office housekeeping can help to improve workplace indoor air quality. Custodians will... read more about Housekeeping to Maintain Good Air Quality

This standard operating procedure covers the engineering controls, personal protective equipment... read more about Hydrofluoric Acid and Lipophillic Fluoride Generating Materials or Processes

This SOP applies to imaging live cells.

Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the... read more about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Application for vendors invited by the Town of Amherst July 4th event.  Each vendor is... read more about July 4th Vendor Application

This document is a list of the current lab coat pick up and drop off locations on campus.

Accidents can occur even after conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing... read more about Lab Incident Database

Lab Safety Coordinators (LSCs) play an important role in promoting safety awareness and... read more about Lab Safety Coordinators

This document is a template that faculty PI's or lab directors can use as a guide in the... read more about Lab Specific Chemical Hygiene Plan Template

This SOP outlines the requirements and best practices for use of laser cutters on campus. All... read more about Laser Cutters SOP

Latex is a substance found in a tropical rubber tree that is commonly used in a wide variety of... read more about Latex Fact Sheet

The attached completion report has been prepared by ATC Group Services LLC to document the

Lederle PCB Abatement Communicate Plan (Flow Chart).

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from web document, contact... read more about LGRC DEC Interim Measures Plan - 2011.02.11

EH&E Additional Indoor Sample Results for U.S. EPA, 2-21-07.

Table of Panel Caulking and Concrete Core Samples, Tower A and Low-Rise, 8-21-06.

EH&E Presentation Slides for LGRC PCB meeting held in Campus Center, 5-23-07. 

LGRC EH&E Proposed Abatement Plan. Submitted to EPA; 93 pages; 2-21-07. 

LGRC EH&E Wipe Samples -Tower A and Low-Rise, 8/22/06. 

EH&E summary letter of Additional Air and Wipe Samples Low-Rise: 6-5-07, 6-6-07.

The attached letter report documents the polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) remediation activities... read more about LGRC NIH Remediation Completion Report, 1/8/13

This Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Interim Measures Completion Report has been prepared by... read more about LGRC PCB Interim Measures Completion Report - June 2014

This monitoring report has been prepared by Woodard & Curran on behalf of the University of... read more about LGRC PCB Long Term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2015 09 29

This report provides the results of the monitoring activities conducted in accordance with the... read more about LGRC PCB Long Term maintenance and Monitoring Report 2017

This monitoring report has been prepared by Woodard & Curran on behalf of the University of... read more about LGRC PCB Long Term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2019

This monitoring report has been prepared by Woodard & Curran on behave of the University of... read more about LGRC PCB Long Term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2021

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from this web document. Contact... read more about LGRC PCB Remediation Completion Report 2014.12.29

On behalf of the University of Massachusetts (UMass) and in accordance with the June 2012... read more about LGRC Revised MMIP

Woodard & Curran Self-Implementing On-Site Cleanup and Disposal Plan Lederle Graduate... read more about LGRC Soils Self-Implementing On-Site Cleanup and Disposal Plan (SIP) March 2009

LGRC Tower B Exterior Panel Caulking <50 8-22-06. 

Liability Release Form for Children and Unauthorized Persons in Labs and Other Potentially... read more about Liability Release Form for Laboratories

The Studio Arts Building (SAB) contains many different types of local exhaust ventilation... read more about Local Exhaust Ventilation in the Arts

This report has been prepared to document the results from the 2013 long term monitoring... read more about Long-term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2013

On behalf of the University of Massachusetts, this report has been prepared and is being... read more about Long-term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2016

On behalf of the University of Massachusetts, this report has been prepared and is being... read more about Long-term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2018

On behalf of the University of Massachusetts, this report has been prepared and is being... read more about Long-term Maintenance and Monitoring Report 2020

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from this web document.  Contact... read more about Long-Term Monitoring and Maintenance Implementation - 2014 Monitoring Results

Contact CEMS at (413) 577-3633 or at askehs@umass.edu for... read more about Management of Hazardous Inventory

This SOP details the basic safe work practices to follow when performing lab-scale operations... read more about Mineral Dusts

MS-222 is also known as Tricaine methanesulphonate (TMS) and is used as an anesthetic and... read more about MS-222 Handling and Disposal

This SOP details basic safe work practices to follow when working with nanomaterials.   While it... read more about Nanomaterials

Welcome to UMass Amherst!  The following is meant to provide basic information to new principal... read more about New Lab and P.I. Start-Up

This fact sheet discusses the difference between noise cancelling devices and rated hearing... read more about Noise Cancelling Devices Vs. Hearing Protection Fact Sheet

On behalf of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst (UMASS), ATC Associates Inc. (ATC) has... read more about OH Field and Grayson Roof Completion Report 2012 04 24

This Remediation Plan (Plan) has been prepared by Woodard & Curran (W&C) on behalf of... read more about OH Field and Grayson Window Replacement - Remediation Plan 2012 01 06

This SOP details safe work practices to mitigate hazards posed by use of oil baths.  Correct... read more about Oil Baths

This document provides the procedures required for the ordering and receipt of hazardous... read more about Ordering and Receipt of Hazardous Materials including all CEMS Inventoried Substances

OSHA Fact Sheet on Crystalline Silica.

Some hazardous materials can affect your hearing after repeated and prolonged exposure.  These... read more about Ototoxicants

Laboratory ovens are standard equipment found in most clinical, forensic, electronics, material... read more about Ovens for Laboratories SOP

Particulate matter (PM), also called particle pollution, is a... read more about Particulate Matter

Perchloric acid (HClO4) is a strong mineral acid. Under some circumstances it may act as an... read more about Perchloric Acid

Items Requiring Permits

Etiologic agents: It is impractical to list all of the several... read more about Permits (USDA/CDC)

This SOP provides basic safe practices for working with peroxide-forming materials.  Please also... read more about Peroxide-Forming Materials

Phenol-chloroform extractions are used to separate nucleic acids from proteins and lipids.... read more about Phenol-Chloroform Extractions SOP

This letter has been sent on behalf of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (UMASS), to... read more about Physical Plant Window Caulk - Response to EPA Comments on Remediation Plan 9/12/12

Piranha is a strong oxidant and is generated from concentrated sulfuric acid and hydrogen... read more about Piranha Handling and Disposal Procedures

Except for... read more about Policy on Service and Assistance Animals

Need fire extinguisher service? Complete the Fire... read more about Portable Fire Extinguisher ABCs

This placard must be completed placed on the Potluck Event food table.

Pre-packaged snack food, not needing heating or cooling for food safety, including commercial... read more about Pre-packaged Retail Snacks &amp; Commercial Doughnuts (NON-TCS FOODS)

Molds and mildews are fungi that are found almost everywhere, both ... read more about Preventing Mold

Broadly defined, ventilation is a method of controlling the environment with air flow.  For... read more about Proper Ventilation Guidelines

Please use this form to update your permit to use radioisotopes or to add additional isotopes to... read more about Radiation Permit Renewal/Add Radioisotope to Permit

University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass) has an on-site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). The... read more about Radiation Safety Manual

Complete the... read more about Radiation Shipment, Incoming, Notify Radiation Safety

Below are a number of Physical Plant policies and guidelines that interact with EH&S issues... read more about Related EH&amp;S Physical Plant Policies and Guidelines

Individuals who are pregnant, trying to conceive, or nursing a child while working in a lab and... read more about Reproductive Health in the Lab Including Pregnancy and Nursing

To help navigate the unique challenges of sharing, UMass Environmental Health and Safety (EH... read more about Requirements for Laboratories, Work Areas and Equipment Shared Among Principal Investigators

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety maintains the Fire Log for reported fires in... read more about Residential Fire Log

If you wish to wear a respirator, fill out and submit the Respirator Use Request Form to... read more about Respirator Use Request Form

Rotovaps, used to remove solvent under reduced pressure from mixtures, can present a variety of... read more about Rotary Evaporators

Check out our safety shorts collection of videos below!  If you have ideas for safety videos... read more about Safety Videos

Training requirements in SciShield are triggered based on assigned job activities.  Please look... read more about SciShield Job Activities and Training Requirements

Assigned trainings in SciShield are triggered from assigned job activities.  Please use this... read more about Setting Training Requirements in SciShield

Please use the template above to label areas in shared spaces with ownership information. ... read more about Shared Lab Space Ownership Labeling Template

This SOP applies to handling sharps (needles, blades, glass items, wires, etc.) with... read more about Sharps Use

Acting on the recommendation of the Faculty Senate, the University of... read more about Smoke Free Policy

This SOP discusses hazard mitigation strategies and requirements for soldering.  Please note... read more about Soldering

UMass Amherst recognizes that individuals have different levels of comfort associated with... read more about Space Heater Policy

Flammable cabinets and acid/corrosive cabinets underneath fume hoods are typically ventilated... read more about Storage Cabinets and Ventilation

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from this web document.  Contact... read more about SW Concourse Release Abatement Measure (RAM) Completion Report and Class A-2 Response Actions Outcome 06.2011

ATC Associates Inc., (ATC) has prepared this Final Completion Report for Polychlorinated... read more about SW Crampton and MacKimmie PCB Completion Report 2012-04-27

This polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) remediation plan has been prepared by Woodard & Curran... read more about SW Patterson/MacKimmie Amendment to PCB Remediation Plan March 2017

Woodard & Curran 120-Day Release Abatement Measure Status Report dated October 14, 2010.

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from this web document.  Contact... read more about Sylvan Complex - Soil Characterization Report

For space constraints, analytical reports have been removed from this web document.  Contact... read more about Sylvan PCB Remediation Completion Report 2014.02.20

This document presents a project timeline and list of significant project milestones/submittals... read more about Sylvan Residential Complex - PCB Remediation 2013 03 15

This Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Remediation Plan has been developed to present the risk-... read more about Sylvan Soils PCB Remediation Plan 2018 12 06

Proper gloves should be use when handling hot objects or cryogens.

Heat resistant gloves... read more about Thermal Gloves

Prior to destruction of select toxins the Select Toxin Destruction Form shall be completed and... read more about Toxin Destruction Form

This SOP applies to transportation of biohazardous or biological materials through public areas... read more about Transportation of Biological Materials

As a part of the Massachusetts Reopening plan self-certification requirements to re-open we are... read more about UMass Amherst Higher Education COVID-19 Control Plan

To ensure the safety of the campus community, UMass Amherst prohibits the use of hoverboards,... read more about University Ban on Hoverboards

If you do not have access to an autoclave to sterilize your waste, please follow the... read more about Waste Storage and Packaging Guide

Whether you heat with wood, oil, gas or coal, your... read more about What You Should Know About Carbon Monoxide