Introduction
This page collects various safety information associated with the research activities of this group. If you have ANY questions about the safety materials contained here, please contact the laboratory director!
Chemistry Safety
This link accesses the department's main safety information page, including the contact information of the safety coordinator. All inquiries about department safety policies should be directed to the safety coordinator.
Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)
Hazardous waste pickup is handled by the department safety coordinator and can be arranged by completing a waste pickup form.
Chemical hygiene plan (CHP) safety training is handled by the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. All students performing research in the department are required to completed CHP training before commencing research activities in this laboratory. Annual refresher training is required. Use this link to check the date of the next CHP training session or to learn about the annual refresher training.
Laboratory Safety
In addition to CHP training, each research student must also undergo laboratory specific training. The latest version of the laboratory safety manual can be downloaded here. Once this training is performed, complete the certification form on the last page and return to Simon Garrett within 7 days.
X-ray Safety
Any researcher using the XPS instrument in the Garrett Research Group is required to undergo specific X-ray training. This involves studying training materials and passing a quiz. Download and study the self-study training materials then print out and take the x-ray safety quiz. Give the test to Simon Garrett within 7 days of completion. You must score at least 80% on the test to be considered acceptably trained.
