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It is the policy of the University of Utah to provide a safe and healthy workplace in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and regulations of the Department of Labor. This requires, amongst other things, the development of a departmental general safety and chemical hygiene plan.

 

Resources for Faculty, Staff, PIs, TAs, Students, and Visitors 


The documents and videos below provide guidance on safety regulations and procedures for the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Utah. The purpose is to describe proper general practices, procedures, equipment, and facilities to be followed/used by all personnel (employees, PIs, teaching assistants, students, and visitors) working in each laboratory within the department. This is to protect them from potential health hazards while working with equipment and chemicals, and to keep the potential for exposure at a minimum. It is the responsibility of the administration, principal investigator, faculty, and research personnel to know and follow the plan.

Safety Presentations


General Safety

Working Safely in the Department of Physics & Astronomy

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Laser Safety

Important instruction and warning for safe laser usage

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Cryogenic Safety

Cryogenics is the science of ultra low temperatures.

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Chemical Safety

Information and resources for safe chemical handling.

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Safety Videos


General Safety

Laser Safety

Cryogenic Safety

Chemical Safety