Chemical Hygiene Plan and Safety Manual - LP3001.5

Section I: Introduction

1.0 Purpose

The purpose of this procedure is to establish and maintain chemical hygiene and safety standards for Purity Laboratories, Inc. (Purity). This procedure outlines the variety of hazards that personnel will encounter in the laboratory setting. These hazards include but are not limited to: chemical, biological and physical. This procedure details the proper way these hazards are handled and prevented. This policy helps to ensure that all laboratory operations are conducted using safe working practices and that all applicable local, state and federal regulations and policies are being correctly implemented

Due to the hazardous chemicals used within the laboratory, occupational exposure to such chemicals needs to be monitored This procedure addresses the specific chemical hazards, the location of the chemicals, how to properly handle, store and dispose of them This procedure will include the proper documentation steps necessary to ensure these chemicals are properly controlled

Biological hazards will also be used within the laboratory, and certain personnel will be potentially exposed to these hazards This procedure will outline the types of control needed in order to reduce personnel exposure to hazardous biological samples as well as the various levels of risk associated with each hazard

Physical hazards are also prevalent in the laboratory; these include but are not limited to: fire, electrical, ventilation, equipment and glassware. This procedure outlines the potential danger associated with each of these hazards and how to prevent them as well as how to handle a potentially hazardous situation.

2.0 Scope

This procedure applies to all personnel employed at Purity Laboratories, Inc. and to anyone otherwise working on the premises.

3.0 Safety

Normal chemistry laboratory precautions apply, including eye protection, lab coat and other protective precautions as required Depending on the severity of the hazardous chemical used, specific personal protective equipment will be required in the handling of said hazards

Extra personal protective equipment is available in the laboratory depending on the severity of the hazard Thicker gloves, full coverage safety glasses, particle masks and aprons may be used if chemicals with higher GHS ratings are to be handled

4.0 Definitions

4 1 PPE - Personal Protective Equipment: protective clothing or garments designed to protect the wearer’s body from injury by objects, heat, chemicals, electrical components, infections and other potential hazards that he or she may be exposed to at his or her occupation.