Chemical & Laboratory Safety

Montana Tech's Chemical and Laboratory Safety Program is designed to protect faculty, staff and students when they are working in labs on campus. All lab personnel should be familiar with the Chemical Hygiene Plan (copy in all labs where chemicals are used) and the policies and procedures for working in labs. In addition, all lab participants are expected to develop safe personal chemical hygiene habits aimed at the reduction of chemical exposures to themselves, coworkers and students.

Chemical Hygiene Plan
Appendix A: SOP for High Hazard Substances
Appendix B: Chemical Compatibility Guide for Gloves
(links to University of Florida EH&S)
Appendix C: Laboratory Safety Inspection Checklist
Appendix D: Chemical Incompatibility Guide
Appendix E: Waste Minimization Guide
Appendix F: Chemical Disposal Procedures
Appendix G: Disposal Procedures by Chemical

In addition, Montana Tech has developed an online lab safety program. See the link below for more information.

Description of Online Laboratory Safety Program

Personal Protective Equipment in the Laboratory

Chemical Inventory Process

Laboratory Inspections

Where to Find MSDSs on the Internet

Hazardous Waste Management & Disposal

Step-by-Step Guide to Better Laboratory Management Practices (Washington State Dept. of Ecology)

Questions or comments?
Marilyn Cameron 406-496-4463