Chemical Safety

Chemical Safety

EH&S provides services designed to minimize the risks associated with the use of hazardous chemicals in research, teaching, and conservation laboratories; and laboratory support facilities. We also help the laboratory community ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations addressing chemical use in these areas.

Department Contact

Office
617.496.3797


Howard Herman-Haase
Senior Chemical Safety Program Officer
617.495.2186

Department Update

EH&S has made arrangements with VWR to supply sharps containers for sharps that are contaminated with chemicals and not with infectious materials.

Did You Know?

Misuse of flammable liquids has caused 20% of laboratory fires, according to a National Fire Protection Association study.