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In the News:
An assault in a Chemistry lab in Ottawa occurred over the Labour Day Weekend - Please make sure you enter the building safely after hours, inform Security of your presence and lock the door behind you!

A fire occurred in a lab in Ohio State University - hexane was the solvent involved - as it was in our last lab fire. Be aware - this could happen to you! Please work safely and follow proper handling/storage/waste procedures.

If you have any of the following, you must fill out a Designated Substance Report (DSR) which will be approved by the JHSC and a copy held in the main Chemistry & Chemical Biology office:

The Following is a List of Designated Substances:

Click on the following link for a down-loadable version of the generic Designated Substance Report (DSR)

 

Example Job Hazard Assessments (JHA's)

  1. Handling/Transport and Storage of Cyrogens

  2. Use of Flammable, Explosive and Toxic Gases

  3. Use and Maintenance of Electrical Lab Equipment

  4. Preparing Unknown Samples for Analysis

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Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy, currency and completeness of the information, the Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology does not guarantee, warrant, represent or undertake that the information provided is correct, accurate or current. The Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology is not liable for any loss, claim, or demand arising directly or indirectly from any use or reliance upon the information.