Fact Sheets
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Biological Exposure: Potential exposures include needle sticks, animal bites, aerosol exposures... read more about Accidental Exposure to Biological Materials
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Agar, Melting and Using: Heating and using liquified agar in the lab can lead to accidental... read more about Agar-Melting and Using
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Air conditioning (AC) units typically consist of a compressor, fan, evaporator coils, and... read more about Air Conditioning and Air Quality
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Many people often turn to air fresheners (such as sprays, candles, incense, diffusers, etc.) to... read more about Air Fresheners and Indoor Air Quality
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Air Purifiers
This fact sheet provides information on air purifiers, including the different... read more about Air Purifiers Fact Sheet
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Allergies are among the United States’ most common, but most overlooked, diseases. Allergic... read more about Allergies and Air Quality
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Anesthetic Gases: Anesthetic gases/vapors such as nitrous oxide and isoflurane are commonly used... read more about Anesthetic Gases
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Animal Allergies: The development of an allergic response to animal proteins while working with... read more about Animal Allergies
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Arthropod Research Management: Arthropods present unique containment challenges not encountered... read more about Arthropod Research
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During the 1970’s, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Health and... read more about Asbestos Awareness Brochure
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Autoclaves are critical components of the Biological and Medical Waste Management Program. For... read more about Autoclaves
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Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) are a proven method of reducing morbidity and mortality... read more about Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) on Campus
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A bake sale is a fund-raising event at which individually wrapped cookies, fruit pies, brownies... read more about Bake Sales on Campus
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A barbeque is an open air social event with a very limited menu. Food items may include:... read more about Barbeques on Campus
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Biohazardous Spill Clean Up: Biohazardous agent refers to an agent that is biological in nature... read more about Biohazardous Spill Clean Up
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Biological Waste Management Disposal Options: This document is designed to help you decide the... read more about Biological Waste Disposal Management Options
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Bleach is commonly used in many lab on campus as a disinfectant for used biological materials. ... read more about Bleach Fact Sheet
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Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood or blood products that can... read more about Bloodborne Pathogens
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Bonding and Grounding, For Transferring Flammable Liquids and Gases: Bonding and grounding are... read more about Bonding and Grounding
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Bunsen Burners and Alternatives: Please refer to this guide when deciding what device to use as... read more about Bunsen Burners and Alternatives
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Document with important weblinks for camp operators (Heads Up training link included) and... read more about Camp Operator and Parent Info - weblinks
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Chemical Fume Hoods: Fume hoods are the primary line of defense against chemical hazards in the... read more about Chemical Fume Hoods
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Poster on cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces for Covid-19 remediation
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Column Chromatography: Column chromatography is a common purification technique used in a... read more about Column Chromatography
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Electrical Safety In the Lab: The typical laboratory contains a wide variety of electrically-... read more about Electrical Safety in the Lab
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Laboratory equipment, materials and research can be protected during emergency situations by... read more about Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Researchers
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Each year we have one or two storms severe enough that the safety of the campus community is in... read more about Emergency Preparedness for Researchers
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ENDANGERED SPECIES
The Northern Long-Eared Bat, the Puritan Tiger Beetle, the Dwarf... read more about Endangered Species
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ENDANGERED SPECIES
The Northern Long-Eared Bat, the Puritan Tiger Beetle, the Dwarf... read more about Endangered Species
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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
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Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more about Ergonomics
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Ergonomics In the Lab: There are many job tasks performed in the research laboratories posing... read more about Ergonomics In the Lab
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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
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Uranyl Acetate: This document details essential information required for work with Uranium and... read more about Essential Information on Uranyl Acetate
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Environmental Health and Safety deals only with the safety aspects of outdoor activities.... read more about Fire Safety Regulations for Barbeques
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First Aid Kits for Labs: Lab personnel often ask what should be included in a First Aid Kit and... read more about First Aid Kits for Labs
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Flammable Storage in Refrigerators and Freezers: The storage of flammable materials in labs can... read more about Flammable Storage in Refrigerators and Freezers
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Information on Food Allergies. If you or your group is serving food, you are responsible for... read more about Food Allergens
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Food Allergy Fact Sheet
More information is available at the ... read more about Food Allergy Fact Sheet
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Basic Food Safety information for events with food on Campus.
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Fume Extractors: Fume extractors are useful pieces of equipment for affording protection of... read more about Fume Extractors
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Gas Generators: A laboratory gas generator is an on-site unit that delivers a continuous supply... read more about Gas Generators
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Glove Related Contact Reactions: Gloves are important personal protective equipment to prevent... read more about Glove Related Contact Reactions
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Halloween should be a fun, safe time in the Residence Halls. In order to keep our Residence... read more about Halloween Decorating Guidelines
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Hand washing for animal events
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Handwashing signs
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Musician's Hearing Protection: Your hearing is fragile and is essential for musical success. ... read more about Hearing Protection For Musicians
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Heat and Cold Stress: This fact sheet details precautions to take to ensure safety while... read more about Heat and Cold Stress
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All decorations such as garland, artificial trees, wreaths, tinsel, and streamers must be... read more about Holiday Fire Safety Guidelines
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Ergonomics for the Home Office
When working from home, it is essential to set-up your... read more about Home Workstation Ergonomics
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Hotplate Safety: This fact sheet details safe work practices to mitigate hazards posed by use of... read more about Hot Plates
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Regular office housekeeping can help to improve workplace indoor air quality. Custodians will... read more about Housekeeping to Maintain Good Air Quality
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Human Cell Line Safety: Human cell lines are commonly used in biomedical research, yet... read more about Human Cell Line Safety
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Humidity is an important parameter for overall indoor air quality. Indoor relative humidity (RH... read more about Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers Fact Sheet
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What is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and why is it important?
Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the... read more about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
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Ionizing Radiation Fact Sheet: Ionizing Radiation can be harmful to human health. This fact... read more about Ionizing Radiation Fact Sheet
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Laser Eye Protection Fact Sheet: Enclosure is always the preferred method of protection from... read more about Laser Eye Protection Selection and Requirements
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Laser Pointer Safety Fact Sheet: Laser pointers can be hazardous when used improperly. The... read more about Laser Pointers Safety Fact Sheet
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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
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MS-222 (Tricaine) Handling and Disposal: MS-222 is also known as Tricaine methanesulphonate (TMS... read more about MS-222 Handling and Disposal
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Nanomaterials: This SOP details basic safe work practices to follow when working with... read more about Nanomaterials
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Noise Cancelling Devices Vs. Hearing Protection: This fact sheet discusses the difference... read more about Noise Cancelling Devices Vs. Hearing Protection Fact Sheet
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Lab Noise Fact Sheet: Noise in the laboratory can be damaging to hearing of occupants. This... read more about Noise In the Lab
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Oil Baths: This SOP details safe work practices to mitigate hazards posed by use of oil baths. ... read more about Oil Baths
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Hazard Communication Standard Pictogram information
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OSHA Fact Sheet on Crystalline Silica.
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Ototoxicants: Some hazardous materials can affect your hearing after repeated and prolonged... read more about Ototoxicants
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Requirements for the use of outside food caterers or vendors on campus. All outside caterer/... read more about Outside Caterer/Vendor Fact Sheet
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What is Particulate Matter (PM)?
Particulate matter (PM), also called particle pollution, is a... read more about Particulate Matter
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Permits (USDA/CDC): Certain animal pathogens and related biological materials used for research... read more about Permits (USDA/CDC)
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PI Guidance for Lab Assessment Process in SciShield: Please use this guide you through the... read more about PI Guidance for Lab Assessments in SciShield
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PI Guidance for Lab Set Up in SciShield: Please use this guide to get your lab setup in... read more about PI Guidance For Lab Setup in SciShield
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PI Guidance on Adding and Removing Laser Equipment in SciShield: Please use this guide to check... read more about PI Guidance for X-Ray and Laser Equipment in SciShield
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Plant Research: Plants present unique containment challenges not encountered with microbial... read more about Plant Research
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Food safety information for Potuck communal meals. A Potluck communal meal means that everyone... read more about Potluck Communal Event Meals
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Pre-packaged snack food, not needing heating or cooling for food safety, including commercial... read more about Pre-packaged Retail Snacks & Commercial Doughnuts (NON-TCS FOODS)
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Where Can You Find Mold?
Molds and mildews are fungi that are found almost everywhere, both ... read more about Preventing Mold
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Broadly defined, ventilation is a method of controlling the environment with air flow. For... read more about Proper Ventilation Guidelines
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Please see this fact sheet for a concise description of air purifying respirator use and care.... read more about Respirator Use Fact Sheet
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The primary goal of the Respiratory Protection Program is to protect students, staff, and... read more about Respiratory Protection Program
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Secondary Containment For Biological Materials: This fact sheet gives common solutions to... read more about Secondary Containment For Biological Materials
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Sharps Use and Safety: The use of needles, syringes, and others sharps create risks for... read more about Sharps Safety
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Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Lab: Slips, trips and falls at work are the second most common... read more about Slips, Trips and Falls In the Lab
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SOP Development Factsheet: This document provides guidance on developing Standard Operating... read more about SOP Development Guidance
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Stem Cell Research Safety: In humans, stem cells have the capacity to become every cell within... read more about Stem Cell Research
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Fact sheet for utilizing TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) Foods with Auxiliary... read more about TCS Food with Auxiliary Enterprises Assistance
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The focus of the initiative is the minimization of risk related to poliovirus in educational and... read more about UMass Amherst Participates In The Global Polio Eradication Initiative
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UV Protection Fact Sheet: The UV radiation generated by laboratory equipment can exceed... read more about UV safety
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Viral vectors have become standard tools for molecular biologists. It is necessary that... read more about Viral Vector Safety
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Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more about Workstation Ergonmics
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Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more about Workstation Ergonmics
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