laboratory worker protection Articles
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Risks to assess when selecting clean benches and Biosafety Cabinets for Animal Research
Abstract Many research animals require isolation. In the past, cage-transfer protective equipment was designed primarily to prevent contamination of such animals. While that concern has not diminished, recent events have focused attention on protecting lab workers as well. In some cases, contamination has spread from lab animals to attendants, and in many cases, occupationally-induced asthma has ...
By Baker
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Can a Fume Hood be Used as a Biosafety Cabinet?
In the laboratory setting, protecting workers and the environment from hazardous materials is of utmost importance. There are various pieces of equipment designed to do this, including fume hoods and biosafety cabinets. While they may seem similar, they serve different functions and it is important to understand the difference between them. This article will explore the question: Can a fume hood ...
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New requirements for safe use and storage of liquid nitrogen and dry ice
The College of American Pathologists ("CAP")recently imposed new requirements to address risks related to the use and storage of liquid nitrogen ("LN2") and dry ice. Background The new requirements come after a deadly incident in 2017, when liquid nitrogen leaked at a Georgia lab that was not accredited through CAP. Emergency responders were called to the scene when an employee suffered burns ...
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Storing Liquid Nitrogen in Laboratories: Which Safety Precautions and Sensors Will Protect your Employees?
Storing Liquid Nitrogen in Laboratories: Which Safety Precautions and Sensors Will Protect your Employees? Liquid nitrogen is frequently used in scientific research, chemistry classes, and even culinary arts nowadays. The substance is safe when properly stored, and as long as everyone follows safety protocols while handling the liquid nitrogen. As part of an environmental health and safety ...
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BTEX monitor, equal performances to laboratory chromatographs
Environnement S.A leveraged its technical leadership in this field with an extensive experience, being one of the first companies creating its first BTEX analyser almost 20 years ago. The VOC72M third generation of the series is, up to now, the most compact and fully automated analyser on the market, self-contained and newly designed for providing equal performance to the laboratory ...
By ENVEA
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The Impact of Fume Hoods on the Health and Well-Being of Lab Workers
Working in a lab comes with many risks, especially when handling dangerous chemicals. Laboratory workers are exposed to various substances that can harm their health and well-being. Fume hoods play a big part in keeping lab personnel safe from the health effects and dangers associated with lab work. But it’s also important to know the signs of chemical exposure and the preventive measures ...
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TopAir’s Ductless Fume Hood
TopAir is the flagship brand of Statitech Ltd., a leading developer, producer and marketer of a wide variety of standard and custom-made cleanroom products for the electronic, semi-conductor, medical and defense industries. Statitech has acquired a well earned reputation as a market leader in its field. Customers include the pharmaceutical giant Teva Industries Ltd., Israel Aircraft Industries ...
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The Path to Safety for Pharmaceutical and Laboratories: Why O2 Deficiency Monitors May be Required?
To safeguard against gas leaks in pharmaceutical industries and laboratories, businesses are turning to oxygen deficiency monitors. Learn when, where, and why an oxygen monitor or O2 monitor may be required. Oxygen Monitors in Medical and Pharmaceutical Settings In the hospital setting, nitrogen gas is widely used. During surgeries, nitrogen powers equipment and preserves blood and tissues. ...
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