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Lab Safety

McMaster University is committed to providing a system for proper management of all hazardous materials which includes acquisition, storage, handling, use and disposal.  Specific programs as well as training modules have been developed for hazardous materials and we are constantly reviewing, improving and adding to our programs and training.  McMaster is serious about ensuring everyone understands the hazards these materials pose to both people and the environment and that everyone works appropriately with them.  McMaster takes a pro-active approach to protecting both people and the environment and will only work with hazardous disposal companies that show a commitment to protecting the environment.

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Waste

Includes chemical waste and biohazardous waste disposal processes…

Waste: Learn More

Hazardous Materials

Chemical weapons, controlled goods, designated substances, nanotechnology

Hazardous Materials: Learn More
HECHMET

HECHMET

McMaster’s Chemical Inventory System

HECHMET: Learn More
SDS

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Database Search

Access to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) by all people working or potentially exposed to the chemical must be readily available.  McMaster has purchased, in concert with the HECHMET chemical inventory system, a software package called ChemWatch that provides SDSs for all chemicals and the ability to produce labels for them.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Database Search: Learn More

Contact Us

For general inquiries please contact eohss@mcmaster.ca or by phone at extension 24352.

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Environmental & Occupational Health Support Services

Leah Allan

Lab Safety Specialist

Phone Icon (905) 525-9140 ext. 26309 Mail Icon allanle@mcmaster.ca
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Environmental & Occupational Health Support Services

Dane DeMan

Health and Safety Specialist

Phone Icon (905) 525-9140 ext. 20335 Mail Icon deman@mcmaster.ca