Happy National Biosafety Month (and Halloween, too)! Both highlight scary things and are celebrated during the month of October. Stay tuned all month for: Download the EH&S flyer for more information. Download your complimentary USC Biosafety Month Zoom background….
Category: Announcements
October 2023 Researcher Spotlight
October celebrates both ABSA International Biosafety Month and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition of these preeminent campaigns, EH&S is highlighting the outstanding contributions of USC biomedical researchers in breast cancer research and pathogen research, in general. Suhn K. Rhie, PhD – Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine at Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, Keck…
**New Arrival** Pathogen Safety Data Sheets Web Page
The newly published Pathogen Safety Data Sheets (PSDS) web page features safety data sheets (PDF) for a variety of pathogens. Each PSDS provides detailed information that includes pathogen characteristics, health hazards, and medical precautions/treatment. Bookmark the PSDS web page for easy access….
New Web Page for Request a Hazardous Waste Pickup
A new, dedicated web page for Request a Hazardous Waste Pickup is now available! All the request forms you’re familiar with and use frequently (hazardous waste pickup, universal waste pickup, move or close a lab, and waste supplies) are now prominently featured in one location. You can access the new web page from the Request…
Sustainability in Research Labs at USC
To celebrate Green Week (September 4 – 9) (one of the many initiatives that support Assignment: Earth) and the grand opening of the USC Sustainability Hub, EH&S has launched its Sustainability in Research Labs at USC web page. The web page promotes sustainable lab practices that include chemical usage minimization, chemical recycling, and waste management. Visit…
Heat Illness: Back to School
It’s Back to School! As August comes to close, hot days are still forecasted. So, plan to bring sunshade and plenty of bottled water to keep you hydrated wherever you go. Here are some good tips to avoid heat illness. Read more about heat illness on the Heat Illness Prevention webpage. As a reminder, CAL/OSHA requires…
**Now Available** New Version of PI Safety Management Training on Trojan Learn
A new version of the USC PI Safety Management Training is now available on Trojan Learn. The training is geared for PIs that manage areas or labs that have chemicals, bio agents, radioactive materials or radiation-producing equipment, controlled substances, animals, or any other hazardous materials or hazardous equipment. PIs are required to complete this one-time…
Heat Illness Awareness for July 2023
Happy July, Everyone! As we prepare for festivities (Independence Day), outdoor activities, and vacations, it is important to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, which occur when the body is unable to cool itself efficiently after exposure to heat stressors. Remember to hydrate frequently, rest, and seek shade. EH&S’ Heat Illness Prevention Training on Trojan…
Visit the Updated Lab Startup and New PI Onboarding Web Page
The Lab Startup and New PI Onboarding web page features quick and convenient information to get things started as a new PI in a new lab. Visit the Lab Startup web page to learn more about: Training & SOPs (peruse the training catalog of required courses and access lab-specific SOPs), Chemical Inventory (discover the new…
Expired Hand Sanitizers: Keep or Discard?
The COVID Pandemic focused our collective attention on defeating the spread of the virus by adopting routine and effective hand hygiene. Health officials and experts emphasize that the best way to keep hands clean is to wash with soap and water (see the video Clean Hands Keep You Healthy: USC EH&S Guide to Hand Washing)…