Following elections to replace two members, the CSSC has filled all of its executive board slots. Our two new members are Jacob Wade - Operations and Grant Hall - Media & Communications
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Safety Moment: February 2023
Read our Safety Moment for more information about the hazards of working in Cold Rooms and other unventilated spaces.
Midsemester elections
Due to unexpected changes in our executive board membership, the CSSC will be holding elections.
January Meeting
The first meeting of the semester will take place January 30th, 2023 at noon in NCB 112. All members are encouraged to attend. We will be updating the group’s constitution, discussing the new lab coat laundering initiative, and taking nominations for new Media & Communications and Operations Chairpersons. View a copy of our slides. If...
Chemistry Student Safety Committee Interviewed for Recent ACS Chemical Health and Safety Article
We were one of the groups interviewed from universities across the country to generate data on best practices and challenges associated with starting and sustaining laboratory safety teams. We hope that the sharing of successes and challenges faced by our group will assist other chemistry departments in creating their own successful committees. Read the full...
March 2020 Safety Moment
This Safety Moment is all about transporting chemicals safely.
Safety Moment February 2020
Always use appropriate PPE! When improperly used, gloves can contaminate objects and surfaces and create exposure to chemical hazards. If you or others experience an acute health effect as a result of chemical contamination, it can be difficult to determine which chemical was the source of the exposure. Reduce the likelihood of chemical contamination by:...