Prescription safety glasses are an alternative to wearing prescription glasses with over-the-glasses safety glasses.
FOR ALL LABS:
Vision Service Plan (VSP) can be used for prescription safety glasses. If you have a qualifying student or employee VSP through UC Berkeley, you can choose to use it for prescription safety glasses instead of regular prescription glasses. Simply schedule an appointment with the Meredith W. Morgan Eye Center at Minor Hall.
Prescription safety glasses are not a separate benefit from the regular glasses provided by your VSP. To find out more about...
It is important that your lab coat fits properly so it can protect you as designed. There are three main things to check:
Body Fit:
All lab coat buttons close. Arms can move freely. The lab coat fits well around the torso and hips. The lab coat fits comfortably.
Coat Length:
The lab coat hangs near the knee.
Sleeve Length:
Sleeves hang above the thumb tip while arms are hanging at sides. With arms in a working pose, sleeves cover the wrist and reach the edge of the gloves.
Your LHAT voucher will show what PPE is necessary for your work. This was designated by your PI in accordance with what hazards are present in your workspace.
Please review the following lab coat reminders and share this information with your lab members.
Get a bulk replacement of clean coats
EH&S is now offering bulk lab coat replacements. This time of the year is a good time to exchange your lab coat for a clean one, even if there are no visible stains or spillage on it.
To request bulk lab coat replacements (5 or more coats), email ppe@berkeley.edu
A JSA describes job tasks in step-by-step fashion, identifies associated hazards at each step, and outlines proper hazard controls that minimize the risk of injury or illness to the individual(s) performing that task.
Earlier this fall, Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) launched a new lab coat laundry process.
Please perform the following steps if your lab coat is in need of laundering:
Fill out the Lab Coat Request Form to request a clean lab coat. Note: Clean lab coats will be delivered via campus mail to your mail code. Check your assigned mail...
