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Fact Sheets

The library page provides an index of fact sheets issued by Princeton University EHS, grouped by subject. 

Health & Safety for the Campus Community

  • Bat Exposure Fact Sheet
  • Conjunctivitis Fact Sheet
  • Measles Fact Sheet

Laboratory and Research

Laboratory Safety

  • Proper Laboratory Attire
  • Spill Kits Insert
  • Training and Laboratory Access Policies at Princeton
  • Used Battery Disposal

Animal Research Health & Safety

  • Guidelines for Safe Use of MS-222
  • Minimizing Occupational Exposure to Hazmats in Animal Protocols
  • Perfusion Safety
  • Prevention of Allergies & Asthma in Animal Handlers
  • Zoonosis: Fish and Amphibians
  • Zoonosis: New World Monkeys (Marmosets)
  • Zoonosis: Old World Monkeys (Macaques)
  • Zoonosis: Rodents
  • Zoonosis: Zebrafish

Biological Safety

  • Biowaste Disposal Guide
  • List of DIsinfectants
  • Management of Biological and Non-Hazardous Lab Waste (Chart)
  • Sharps Safety

Chemical Safety

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Radiation Safety

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Shipping and Fieldwork

  • Does My Shipment Need an Import Permit?
  • Shipping Samples to and From Field Research Sites (11/18)
  • Shipping Research Samples Can Be Risky (4/18)
  • Field Research: Assess Potential Hazards

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Temporary and Seasonal Employees

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