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General Precautions

Preparation

 

Conducting the Research

  • Use spill trays and absorbent covering
  • Use fume hoods for handling potentially volatile material
  • Use glove box for handling large quantities of volatile material
  • Wear laboratory coat, disposable gloves, and laboratory safety glasses
  • Use gloves appropriate for the chemicals to be handled

Post Research

  • Monitor and decontaminate surfaces as described in Chapter 7 of the Radiation Safety Manual
  • Dispose of radioactive waste in waste containers in accordance with Appendix G of the Radiation Safety Manual. Insure the container is labeled with a "Radioactive Material" label and specify the radioisotope in the container.