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April 17, 2018

Consider taking a walk through of your labs with the sole purpose of looking at labeling. Keep an eye out for compliance with labeling of chemical bottles, aspiration flasks, tubes, samples, etc. How many instances of encountering a potential ‘unknown’ would you come across?

April 10, 2018

The Massachusetts State Sanitary Code, 105 CMR 480, requires generators of medical and biological waste to maintain a Medical/Biological Waste Record-keeping Log with various information related to the biological waste handling practices.

April 4, 2018

There seem to be more and more facilities operating with shared laboratory space these days. Some facilities have very clearly defined and distinct lab space for each company, and some facilities offer the opportunity to share bench space and equipment.

March 27, 2018

As companies evolve, relocations seem almost inevitable for many facilities. Relocating an entire facility, expanding to additional space, and downsizing all require involvement from EHS personnel early in the process.

March 20, 2018

The EPA is planning to launch their long anticipated Electronic Manifest System (e-Manifest) this June. There are a couple of tasks that regulated entities can do now in order to prepare for the roll out of this system.

March 13, 2018

As we are experiencing the third Nor’easter in a short period of time, this should serve as a good reminder to keep emergency planning documents up to date. Various regulations stipulate requirements for emergency planning, including OSHA regulations, the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code, and hazardous waste regulations.

March 9, 2018

Safety Partners is proud to announce the appointment of Jennifer Reilly to the additional role of President. Jennifer has been Safety Partners Chief Operating Officer since January 2017. In her role as President and COO, Jennifer will lead the company and continue to oversee daily operations.

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March 6, 2018

On February 7, 2018, the Plumbing Board enacted a policy that adopts the ANSI Z-358.1 Standard for Emergency Eyewashes and Shower Equipment. The MA Uniform State Plumbing Code, 248 CMR 10.00, ANSI Z-358.1 standard, and OSHA regulations present several inconsistencies with requirements for the installation, operation, and maintenance of emergency eyewashes and safety showers.

February 27, 2018

OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, applies to all occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infections material as defined in the standard. Employers that have covered employees are required to develop and implement an Exposure Control Plan to minimize employee exposure.

February 20, 2018

In accordance with 105 CMR 120.210(C), facilities licensed to work with radioactive materials must review the radiation protection program content and implementation at intervals not to exceed 12 months. This should be a formal process that is documented to demonstrate compliance with this requirement.

Insights and updates from Safety Partners

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Insights and updates from Safety Partners

Avoid Unknowns

Maintain SDSs for Approved Disinfectants

Share Hazard Assessments

Become Involved in Relocation Plans Early

Start Preparing for e-Manifests Coming in June

Keep Emergency Planning Documents Up to Date

Safety Partners Names Jennifer Reilly as President and Chief Operating Officer

New Plumbing Board Policy Enacted

Document Annual Safer Sharps Evaluation

Have You Conducted Your Annual Radiation Safety Program Audit?

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