Standard Operating Procedure

LOCAL SAFETY OFFICER: John Budney
ROOM: Hoffman G-28
P.I.: Steve Wofsy

DATE: August 11, 2006

TYPE OF RESEARCH: Atmospheric Chemistry

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING THAT MUST BE USED FOR ALL WORK:

• Safety Glasses - To be worn when working in the lab at all times.
• Face Shields - N/A
• Rubber Boots - N/A
• Safety Goggles - To be worn when working with hazardous chemicals.
• Aprons - N/A
• Gloves - (Please specify type) Appropriate ones to be used when working with hazardous chemicals. When working with chemicals or other materials that warrant the use of protective gloves (such as work with cryogens), proper glove selection is critical. At the Safety Committee web site (http://www-safety.deas.harvard.edu) under "Safety Committee Services" can be found a listing of glove type vs. chemical. If there is any question, see Lenny Solomon.
• Steel-toed Shoes - N/A
• Respirators - N/A
• Laser Safety Goggles - N/A
• Other - N/A

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING RULES:

1. Return chemicals to storage area after use.
2. Place tools in their respective areas after use.

WASTE DISPOSAL RULES:

1. Place hazardous materials in labeled containers in the Satellite Accumulation Area.
2. Dispose of glass and metal objects in appropriate container in the Satellite Accumulation Area.
3. The Satellite Accumulation Area is located near the south side exit of the lab, across from Arlene Pippin's Office.

FUME HOOD USE:

Use fume hood when working with hazardous material or with processes involving fume emissions.

CHEMICAL STORAGE:

1. Store chemicals in appropriate area, i.e., shelves.
2. Flammable solvents are to be stored in the flammable liquids cabinet.
3. Acids are stored under the sink in secondary containers that will catch any spills.
4. Dry chemicals are stored in the glass-front cabinet.

SPECIAL TRAINING REQUIRED:

All laboratory personnel are required to take the hazardous waste disposal (offered by EH&S) and Right-To-Know training.

CHEMICAL SPILL CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES:

1. In case of minor or harmless spill, lab personnel may clean up the spill.
2. In case of a dangerous chemical spill, notify other lab occupants. Use Eyewash station and/or shower if necessary.
3. For large spills, clear the area of personnel and call the University Operations Center (5-5560).

OTHER RELEVANT COMMENTS:

1. Always make sure the compressed gas cylinders are securely fastened in their place.
2. Do not block access to exits, eye wash stations, shower, and First Aid kit.
3. Everyone should visit the safety committee website at http://www-safety.deas.harvard.edu and familiarize themselves with the contents.