Safety in the Chemistry Laboratory
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Table of Contents

1. Overview
2. General Lab Safety Instructions
   • Attire
   • Conduct
   • Proper Handling of Chemicals and Equipment
3. Hazard Communication (HazCom)
   • The Hazard Communication Standard
     • Chemical Labeling
     • Material Safety Data Sheets
     • Hazard Determination
     • Written Implementation Program
     • Employee Training
     • Trade Secrets
   • HazCom at the University of Oregon
   • OSHA Fact-Sheets
   • Alphabet Soup -- assorted acronyms
4. Hazard Labeling Systems
   • NFPA Hazard Identification System
     • Flammability Hazard
     • Health Hazard
     • Reactivity Hazard
     • Special Precautions
   • Hazardous Material Identification Guide
     • PPE Symbols used by the HMIG
   • Differences between the NFPA and HMIG/HMIS Systems
5. Material Safety Data Sheets
   • OSHA Mandated MSDS Information
   • Interpreting Toxicity Values
6. Fire Safety
   • Part 1: About Fires and Fire Types
     • Combustion
     • Types of Fires
   • Part 2: Putting Out Fires
     • Types of Fire Extinguishers
     • Fire Extinguisher Operation
     • When should you fight a fire?