Hazardous Chemicals/Materials

Chemical Hygiene Plan

Comprehensive health and safety information about the chemicals present in the laboratory, such as exposure limits, physical and health hazards, signs and symptoms associated with overexposure, appropriate work practices, equipment for preventing exposure to hazardous chemicals, and proper storage and disposal of hazardous substances can be found at the following links:

If a new chemical is synthesized in the lab all, to the best extent possible, all the same information and training is required as for any other hazardous material.

You can also contact the Campus Chemical Hygiene Officer for additional information (ucbcho@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail), 642-3073). See the hard copy flip chart posted in your lab for other lab-specific contact information.