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Starting a new experiment?

A new COSHH form must be completed and countersigned prior to starting any new experiment

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Working with biological hazards, radioactive materials or X-rays?

Contact the relevant advisor from the safety manual before starting work

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Laser safety

ALL staff, postgraduate students and undergraduate students working with Class III/IV lasers should register with Dr Gordon Hedley.

Safety Manual

COSHH Form

Synthesis Section Risk Assessment

Overnight Experiment Form

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Online Chemistry Safety Course (Moodle)

SEPS Chemical Safety Guidance Documents

  • CHEM01 Emergencies
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  • CHEM04 Chemical Storage
  • ‌CHEM05 Compatibility
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  • CHEM08a Chemical Waste FAQ
  • CHEM11 Hydrofluoric Acid
  • CHEM12 Cyanide Safety
  • CHEM13 Perchloric Acid
  • CHEM14 Poisons
  • CHEM15 Pyrophoric Safety
  • CHEM16 Lab Decommissioning
  • CHEM17 Picric Acid
  • CHEM18 Controlled Drugs

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