References
Lesson Learned
A Campus Laboratory Fire Involving Lithium Aluminum Hydride
A Lithium Aluminum Hydride (LAH) reduction reaction conducted within a campus research lab triggered a potentially serious fire resulting in damage to one fume hood.
Lesson Learned
A Fire in a Fume Hood Due to Damaged Electrical Cord
The fire is attributed to an electrical arc that occurred in a damaged hot/stir plate power cord located in a chemical fume hood. It is not clear how the cord became damaged, however the cord may have been pinched or kinked over time.
Safety Fact Sheet
Adeno-Associated Virus Fact Sheet
This sheet describes the features and hazards of adeno-associated viruses.
Safety Fact Sheet
Adenovirus Fact Sheet
This sheet describes the features and hazards of adenoviruses.
Reference Lookup
Aerosol Transmissible Pathogens – Laboratory
This table contains a list of agents that requires labs to follow appropriate control measures for transmissible pathogens.
Safety Fact Sheet
Asbestos Fact Sheet
This sheet describes asbestos, its hazards and how you can protect yourself.