Celebrating Lab Safety Week: Protecting People, Research, and Progress
Lab Safety Week, held Feb. 10-14, is an initiative from Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association to promote laboratory health and safety programs on college campuses. Lab Safety Week serves as a reminder of our dedication to maintaining a secure and healthy research environment.
Whether handling chemicals, biological specimens, radiological materials, or specialized equipment, prioritizing safety is crucial for ensuring research advances smoothly and without avoidable risks. UAB Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is tasked with cultivating a culture of safety and compliance, understanding that a well-maintained laboratory is the cornerstone of groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Read moreNew rule impacts use of Methylene Chloride (Dichloromethane, DCM)
In April 2024, the EPA issued a final rule regulating methylene chloride (dichloromethane or DCM) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The rule is designed to individuals from health risks such as neurotoxicity effects and cancer from inhalation or dermal exposures. Anyone who manufactures, processes, distributes, uses or disposes of methylene chloride (DCM) or products containing methylene chloride (DCM) will be impacted by this regulation.
Introducing EHSA: Enhancing Environmental Health & Safety at UAB
The Environmental Health & Safety team at UAB has launched a new software solution designed to enhance safety, compliance, and efficiency across campus. The Environmental Health & Safety Assistant (EHSA) system provides a centralized portal for research safety management, allowing faculty and staff to access safety information and complete tasks efficiently.