Lab Safety
Maintaining safety in academic and research laboratories is crucial to protecting students, faculty, an staff from hazardous exposures and accidents. Laboratory safety is governed by numerous federal, state, and local regulations. The Integrated Laboratory Management Plan outlines policies, procedures, and control measures that must be understood and observed by all individuals involved in laboratory activities and operations.
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) office conducts laboratory safety inspections, reviews and investigates laboratory incidents including fires, spills, laboratory injuries, and any chemical, biological, or radiological exposure.
Resources & Forms
TCU Integrated Laboratory Management Plan (work in progress)
Lab Risk Assessment Tool Guidelines
Functional Risk Observation Guidance (F.R.O.G) Tool
Laboratory Hazard Assessment Form
Laboratory Equipment Pre-Clearance Disposal Form
TCU Eyewash Testing Procedures
Lab Incident/Near Miss Report Form
OSHA Laboratory Safety Standards
Laboratory Door Sign - Sample
Training
TCU Environmental Health and Safety, in collaboration with the Office of Research,
offers online and in-person training sessions for faculty, staff, and students to
promote a safe laboratory environment for teaching and research while ensuring compliance
with federal, state, local, and institutional regulations and guidelines. Contact
the Hazardous Material Safety Manager at 817-257-5395 or safety@tcu.edu for training information.