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Subject: Re: [DCHAS-L] 2015 Chemical Health and Safety Awards
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 12:38:37 PM
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Subject: Re: [DCHAS-L] 2015 Chemical Health and Safety Awards
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2015 20:38:58 +0000
Author: Debbie M. Decker

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Subject: [DCHAS-L] Pacifichem2015 Safety in the Academic Research Laboratory abstract submission
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2015 13:19:54 -0500
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Someone pointed out that the symposium at Pacifichem2015 Safety in the Academic Research Laboratory is open for abstract submission now. Honolulu, Hawaii, USA December 15 - 20, 2015

Hawaii in December sounds pretty good for those of us in the Northeast now...

- Ralph

http://www.pacifichem.org/symposiadesc2015/c_symp_460.htm
Safety in the Academic Research Laboratory (#460)

Elsa Reichmanis | Hugh Horton | Danielle Kennedy

Chemical research laboratories often house hazardous materials, which with proper training and use can be used safely and without incident. Unfortunately, most academic labs do not have the requisite culture or knowledge to eliminate/minimize hazards that exist. As evidence, we only need to point to recent devastating incidents that have occurred in academic settings. It is important for faculty, staff and students alike to have a positive attitude towards safety, be aware of all possible hazards and how to meliorate them, and adopt a safety ethos. Recent events have led to several studies identifying mechanisms to build a "culture of safety" in academic research laboratories.

This symposium will explore global efforts that are currently underway to enhance awareness and improve the safety environment for all students in academic settings. Presentations such as those discussing the US National Research Council Study Report on "Establishing and Promoting a Culture of Safety in Academic Laboratory Research" and the ExxonMobil "Partners in Academic Lab Safety (PALS)" will be highlighted, along with sister efforts around the Pacific Rim.

Abstract submission at http://www.pacifichem.org/technical-program/abstracts/

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