Info for Lab Safety Contacts

In theory, lab safety contacts are an annually appointed position. In practice, all senior members of the lab should be familiar with the information below and be comfortable with managing:

• Hazard assessment

• Being a point of contact for ORS and EHS

• Safety oversight

More detailed tasks include:

• Accessing EHSA website, check training status of the group

• Coordinate annual lab inspections

• Ensure accidents are reported via UCAIR

• Provide safety guidance to the group

• Delegate tasks within the group, e.g.:

  • Inspect eyewash stations

  • Waste pick-up requests

  • Maintain up-to-date chemical inventory in EHSA

Updated 10 Feb 2025