CMMP Laboratories F7, F8, F10C, F19

Researchers must follow the UCL and Departmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures when working in the Laboratories.

UCL Safety Training

Before commencing any new experimental work within the laboratory, all activities must be Risk Assessed and approved using riskNET. The experimental method must be documented in your risk assessment, along with all the associated risks from the chemicals required and any proposed reaction to be performed, along with measures to dispose of any waste generated. Risk Assessments should be uploaded and approved from your riskNET account

A CMMP Experiment in Progress form must be completed and used to identify any ongoing expeirmental procedures, and must include the reference numbers of the appropriate RiskNet risk assessments.

All samples must be clearly labelled and disposed of safely and responsibly after use.

Any faults with equipment, shortage of essential consumables or concerns over procedures must be reported immediately to the person responsible for the equipment or area.

Normal working hours are between 7am and 7pm weekdays.

Food and drink must not be taken into the laboratories.

Chemicals, samples and laboratory equipment must not be taken into offices.