Important Notice Regarding Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA)
Due to a recent inspection by the Boston Fire Department (BFD), Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) can no longer be setup inside chemical fume hoods. While this was a common practice, it is no longer acceptable per Fire Code. This change is effective immediately. If your designated SAA is currently setup in a fume hood, please relocate it to another area within your lab such as under laboratory benches, on open un-used counterspace, in flammable or corrosive cabinets, or on a lab cart. As always, please make sure your SAA includes secondary containment. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to your EHS department safety advisor (DSA). Your DSA will conduct site visits to verify completion over the next couple weeks. Please review our chemical waste webpage for further guidance @ https://www.bu.edu/ehs/environmental/programs-services/chemical-waste/.