BU instance of BioRAFT transitioning to SciShield
On 07/19/2024 from 9 AM – 10 AM Boston University’s instance of BioRAFT will be unavailable as a part of the transition to SciShield. Please visit BioRAFT to SciShield transition page to learn more.
Category: Announcements
Lizzie McNamee Dive Safety Officer featured in The Brink
Read the Brink article featuring Dive Safety Officer Lizzie McNamee at the following link.
Laboratory Attire Reminder
A friendly reminder, it is important to wear the appropriate laboratory attire especially as the weather is warming up. Please ensure the basic attire is worn in all laboratories such as close-toed shoes, full-length pants and clothing apparel that cover the skin past the knees when coming to the lab. Along with the basic proper […]
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 […]
Micromobility Devices Guidance
Boston University promotes the safe use of micromobility devices (MMDs) for personal transportation, which help meet the university’s transportation and sustainability goals. Please review the MMD Guidance document here. This guidance helps ensure the safe use, operation, and storage of these devices on campus for Boston University faculty, staff, students, and visitors on university property.
Equipment Spotlight: X-Ray Irradiator
All BU/BMC researchers can gain access to use the MultiRad 350 X-Ray Irradiator for their research. Click this link to learn more about this equipment.
Cold Stress Newsletter
Please be sure to review our previously published EHS Cold Stress Newsletter. This newsletter will provide information on cold stress and tips on how to deal with the cold. If you have any questions regarding any of this content please reach out to EHS.
EHS Staffing Changes Fall 2023
I wanted to make everyone aware of recent and upcoming personnel changes within EHS. First, as I’m sure all of you know, Peggy Gervino is retiring. Her last day will be this Friday. Peggy has been an indispensable member of our team since 2003 and has seen us through the implementation of BUWorks, 2 Executive […]
Updates to Risk-Based Laboratory Inspection Program
As of Q1 2023 the Research safety division of EHS has overhauled the risk-based laboratory inspection program. Please visit this link for more detailed information on these changes.
Tax Free Ethanol Purchasing Update
Effective April 1st EHS will no longer be distributing tax free ethanol for research purposes at the 650 Albany Street location on the medical campus. Each building now has its own permit, which is on file with the preferred vendors, and can be ordered for delivery by individual departments. Please see information below regarding how […]