The one-stop guide to working with flammable material: from hazard classification to mitigating risks What are flammables? Flammable materials are those gases, liquids, and solids that upon exposure with an ignition source (e.g. open flames, sparks, heat-producing chemical reactions, etc.) will ignite and continue to burn in air.  Many flammable...

A guide for preventing and extinguishing electrical fires How to put out electrical fires & 6 other fires that are not compatible with water？ It is vital to stay calm, act swiftly, and use the correct extinguisher when confronted with a laboratory fire that is small enough to be contained. Take...

Chemistry lab eye protection  Keywords:  lab eye protection  Why is protective eyewear important? We rely on our eyes for virtually everything, which we may take for granted until an accident happens. Protective eyewear protects us against physical, chemical, biohazardous, electrical and/or heat hazards that may cause (i) corneal abrasions to the...

The One-stop Guide to Working with Compressed Gases and Chemicals under Pressure: from Hazard Classification and Leaky Cylinders to Mitigating Risks What are gases and chemicals under pressure? Gases under pressure are those that are contained in a receptable at a pressure of 200 kPa (gauge) or more at 20°C....

The One-stop Guide to Working with Chemicals that Cause Acute Toxicity: from Hazard Classification to Mitigating Risks What are acutely toxic chemicals? Acutely toxic substances or mixtures are those that cause serious adverse health effects or death upon a single or short-term oral, dermal or inhalation exposure. Numeric acute toxicity...

The Comprehensive Guide to Selecting the Best Lab Coat for Your Application Protection and an iconic badge of honour This form of personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn (like a badge of honor) over street clothing to keep us safe from hazardous materials such as chemicals, biological substances, and radioactive...