Chemical Hygiene Plan
To Print or Save: Download the guidance below as a PDF. Approved Oct 15, 2025 Introduction – 1 1.1 Purpose Boston University (BU) is committed to a Culture of Safety and Responsibility, which includes the safe and compliant use of chemicals in the laboratory. The Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) sets forth the policies, procedures and guidelines […]
Culture of Safety & Responsibility
At Boston University, the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors is a top priority. The following is consistent with the Statement of Commitment to Environmental Health and Safety from the President of Boston University and reflects our dedication to upholding the highest standards across all university settings, including research, clinical, […]
Memo: COVID-19 Planning Information for Labs
TO: Boston University Principal Investigators FROM: Kathryn Mellouk, Associate Vice President, Research Compliance DATE: March 10, 2020 SUBJECT: COVID-19 Planning Information for Labs Dear Colleagues, I am sending this message to all PIs with a registered BU lab with guidance to help you prepare your laboratory and minimize the impact of disruptions related to COVID-19. […]
Biological Waste Pick-ups Now in BioRAFT
Dear CRC Researchers, Effective immediately, all biological waste pick-up requests will be processed directly in BU’s research compliance system, BioRAFT. Going forward you will use the same method to request biological waste pick-ups that you are currently using for hazardous waste pick-up requests. Six new waste profile streams have been created in BioRAFT for the various […]
Scientific Diving Safety Manual
Foreword Boston University is committed to maintaining a healthy and safe environment for students, faculty and staff. In order to do so, we aim to foster a culture of safety among individuals on campus and in the field. Cultivating a safe working and learning environment is a shared responsibility that requires all individuals involved in […]
Chemical Segregation and Storage
Always Consult the Manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet Prior to Storage and Handling Chemicals with special concern may fall under the High Hazard Chemical Program. Please contact Environmental Health and Safety for more information. Charles River Campus: (617) 353-4094 Medical Campus: (617) 638-8830 Web: www.bu.edu/ehs
Environmental Health & Safety
Office Charles River Campus 704 Commonwealth Avenue, 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02215-2441 Medical Campus 85 E. Newton Street, M-470 Boston, MA 02118 Phone Charles River Campus: (phone) 617-353-4094 | (fax) 617-353-5646 Medical Campus: (phone) 617-358-7840 | (fax) 617-358-7842 Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) promotes health, safety, and environmental protection in teaching, research, clinical, public service, and administrative […]
Chemical Labeling
Globally Harmonized System Compliance Guidance Effective June 1st, 2016 All secondary (non –manufacturer) containers of hazardous chemicals MUST adhere to the Global Harmonizes System (GHS) format. All relevant information can be found in section 2 of the Safety Data Sheet, titled Hazard Identification. New GHS compliant label must include the following: Product Identifier (ingredient disclosure): […]
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
Overview OSHA revised its Haz Com Standard to align with the United Nations, Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). These changes were made according to the chart to the right. The purpose of this document is to familiarize you with what to expect, when to expect it, and describe these label […]
Emergency Information & Contacts
Emergency Responses, Reporting & Non-Emergency Medical Responses High-Hazard Materials