OSHA, recognizing the unique characteristics of the laboratory workplace, has tailored a standard for occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in laboratories. This standard is often referred to as the "Laboratory Standard". Under this standard, a laboratory is required to produce a Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) which addresses the specific hazards found in its location, and its approach to them.

Chemical Safety Plans

• Chemical Hygiene Plan (Laboratory Safety, OSHA) (pdf format)
  • Acutely Toxic Chemicals and Gases (pdf format)
  • Laboratory Chemicals of Concern and Storage (pdf format)
  • Laboratory Close-out Procedures & Clearance (pdf format)
  • Laboratory Safety Self-Survey Form (pdf format)
  • Pyrophoric, Water Reactive and Shock Sensitive Chemicals (pdf format)
  • Reproductive Hazards (pdf format)
  • Select Carcinogens (pdf format)
  • UW Lab Housekeeping Guidelines (pdf format)

• Eye Protection Policy (pdf format)

Forms, Fact Sheets and Procedures

• Eyewash Testing Requirements (2010 Bulletin)
• Fume Hood Safe Use Guidelines
• Laboratory Close-Out Procedures & Clearance
• Laboratory Coat Program
• Laboratory Hazard Assessment (Procedures and Form, Word format)
• Laboratory Safety Self-Survey Form
• Peroxidizable Compounds list (pdf)
• Select Carcinogens list (pdf)
• Standard Operating Procedures (EHS Web Page)

Training

• Chemical Hygiene Training (Laboratory Safety, OSHA)
• Fire Prevention and Extinguisher Training
• Laboratory Safety Series
• Eye Protection: See the Whole Picture