Chemical Safety

The hazards of chemicals vary widely, and appropriate precautions must always be used. Every chemical can be hazardous in certain circumstances.

Supervisors and Principal Investigators have primary responsibility for implementation of chemical safety policies and procedures. Students and staff are responsible for following procedures. Planning for and implementation of chemical safety must be part of every laboratory activity in which chemicals are used.

EHS works closely with the Hazardous Materials and Campus Safety committees to develop policies and guidance for the MU community.