I have to use a chemical hazard, how do I get approval and what do I need to consider?

I have to use a chemical hazard, how do I get approval and what do I need to consider?

All chemical hazards must be listed on your animal use protocol and a procedure approved by EHS and DCM must in place before the start of any work.  The chemical hazard list can be found in SOP 3.10 “Safe Handling of Chemical Hazards”. DCM and EHS have worked diligently to produce a ‘Chemical Hazards in DCM’ list as part of this SOP. The list comprises the chemical hazards on active animal use protocols and provides a quick reference to some of the safety precautions required for working with each chemical. These precautions are to be detailed in the relevant Animal Use Protocol so that all staff exposed to the hazard (animal care staff as well as investigative staff) can work safely.