Research and Laboratory Safety

Two lab workers in protective gear handling tubes

Welcome to Tulane's Research and Lab Safety Resources

 

The week of Feb 9-13 is LAB SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK!  OEHS and the Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association (CSHEMA) would like to remind all lab workers that safety is everyone's responsibility.  Please promote safety in your lab by printing and displaying the below Safety Posters:

We are all in this Together

PPE and Lab Attire

Lab Housekeeping

Safety Equipment

Engineering Controls

Compressed Gas Safety

 

Tulane University is dedicated to fostering a strong culture of safety and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This page provides information about our safety programs, training, resources, and support to help you maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient research environment.

 

If you need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at OEHS@tulane.edu.

 

 

Safety Programs

 

Safety Training

Proper training is a safety requirement for all personnel and is critical to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. Click here for more information on training requirements, available options, and documentation.

 

Resources

 

Labels

Click here for more information on proper labeling of chemical containers to ensure identification, safety, and regulatory compliance, and to download standardized labels for secondary containers, hazardous waste, and laboratory signage.

 

Policies and Documents

 

Key Contacts

For questions, support, or additional guidance, please contact our team:

 

  • Hazardous Waste Management:
    Alma Bartolome – Hazardous Waste Manager
    Email: abartolo@tulane.edu
  • Controlled Substances/Safety Training/SciShield:

              Marcel Charbonnet – Lab Safety Manager

              Email: mcharbo@tulane.edu