Personal protective equipment (PPE) protects workers from chemical, biological, physical, mechanical and radiological hazards by guarding potential routes of exposure, including skin contact, mucus membranes, inhalation or ingestion. A PPE hazard assessment must be conducted to determine what PPE is required in your work space. The PPE hazard assessment form is generated from the lab/facilities […]
Read MoreThe program applies to all employees who are required to wear air-purifying respirators to prevent exposure to airborne contaminants. It also applies to employees who voluntarily wear respirators although respirators are not required. This program does not cover the use of atmosphere supplying respirators in oxygen deficient atmospheres, high concentration atmospheres, or unknown atmospheres. The […]
Read MoreBasic Shop Rules Safety is your top priority when using the shop. If you are not sure what you are doing, “ASK.” Make sure you are properly trained on any piece of equipment before you use it. Wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment: Long pants, closed-toe shoes, side shield safety glasses Pull back and […]
Read MoreA uniform signage program is in place at the University of Utah. This program is designed to communicate basic information about hazards which may be present within a given laboratory to non-laboratory personnel as well as emergency response personnel. If biological or radioactive materials are present within a space, additional signage may be required. Signage […]
Read More