Welcome to Tulane's Research and Lab Safety Resources
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
- Laboratory Safety
- Chemical Safety
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Fume Hood Certification
- Animal Handling Safety
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Controlled Substances
- Radiation Safety
- Laser Safety
- Department Safety Representative (DRS)
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
- SciShield
- Equipment Transfer
- SOP Guidelines
- Chemical Compatibility Guide
- Chemical Spill Response
- Fact Sheets
- How to Create a Door Sign [video]
- Shipping of Hazardous Materials
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
- Chemical Hygiene Plan
- Lab Decommission Policy
- Hazard Communication Policy
- Expectations for Research and Lab Safety Compliance - Memo
Key Contacts
For questions, support, or additional guidance, please contact our team:
- Hazardous Waste Management:
Alma Bartolome – Manager
Email: abartolo@tulane.edu - Controlled Substances/Safety Training/SciShield:
Marcel Charbonnet – Lab Safety Manager
Email: mcharbo@tulane.edu
- Lab and Chemical Safety/Fume Hood Certification:
Haylie Tucker – Lab Inspection Manager
Email: htucker@tulane.edu - Radiation and Laser Safety:
Raquema Williams – Assistant Radiation Safety Officer
Email: rwilliams13@tulane.edu
