As we approach the Winter Recess, we want to remind all researchers of the risks associated with many laboratory activities and ask that everyone does their part to ensure that USC laboratories remain safe during the campus closure. When ongoing research continues beyond regular business hours, it is especially important that researchers take extra precautions….
Year: 2017
EHSA Web Application is Live
We’re pleased to announce the launch of the new EH&S Assistant (EHSA) web application! Click here to login using your USC NetID (shibboleth) account. EHSA enhances the online management of your lab’s inventory and personnel, training, waste pickup requests, and more. Visit the EHSA page for detailed instructions on how to use EHSA along with…
USC Health Alert – Hepatitis A
The LA County Department of Public Health declared an outbreak of Hepatitis A virus (HAV) among persons who are homeless or use illicit (injection and non-injection) drugs. USC faculty/staff/students that work or volunteer with these groups are highly encouraged to review this alert and seek guidance from their healthcare provider. Click here to read the…
USC Eye Protection Initiative
The start of the new academic year brings new opportunities for scientific research at USC and is a good time to evaluate your lab safety procedures and practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). See USC PPE Standard » Starting in Fall 2017, EH&S launched an initiative that focuses on the proper…
Upcoming Solar Eclipse: Protect Your Eyes!
–> On August 21, the United States will be experiencing the first total solar eclipse since 1991 and the first to move across the entire mainland of the country since 1918. While Los Angeles is not within the 70-mile-wide shadow path, Angelenos can expect to see a partial eclipse (up to 70%) between the hours…