Use this OSHA Laboratory Standard chemical hygiene checklist to guide safe handling of hazardous chemicals in laboratories. It covers identifying staff who require training, performance-based training requirements, hazard recognition and control, and proper PPE selection and use. Verify engineering controls such as fume hoods, annual hood flow checks, and sash height limits. Ensure correct chemical labeling, posting of hazard areas, and carcinogen warnings. Manage inventories with barcoding, compatibility storage, secondary containment, and flammable cabinets. Reinforce rules for unattended operations, lone work notifications, and prohibitions on food and drink. Maintain MSDS access, include MSDS with shipped chemicals, and create MSDS for synthesized substances. Confirm compliant waste disposal and complete sign-off.
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