Lab spaces contain Chemical, Physical, and Biological Hazards. Equipment used in lab spaces is assumed to be contaminated. To avoid exposure of non-lab personnel, all lab equipment must be decontaminated prior to leaving a lab space. OEHS applies “Green Tags” to visually indicate that the equipment was appropriately decontaminated.
How to Prepare Your Equipment For Moving
- Remove all materials. Thaw out fridges or freezers. Wipe down surfaces with 70% ethanol to remove any dust or residues. Remove or deface any Hazard Stickers or Labels.
- If Equipment will be disposed of, remove any Tulane Asset Tags (Barcode) and notify the Tulane Department of Procurement Services.
- If Biological Hazards were present, or if the equipment is a Biological Safety Cabinet, consult the Tulane Office of Biosafety.
- If Radiological Hazards were present, consult the Radiation Safety Officer.
- Fill out an Equipment Transfer Request Form and email to OEHS.
- OEHS Staff will inspect the equipment and apply a Green Tag.
- Request pickup of the equipment using a ServiceWave.
