Supervisor - Materials and Infrastructure

  • Particularly Hazardous Substances
    • If your lab plans to use PHS materials, ensure that all laboratory workers understand the hazards by having them complete an approval form.
  • CDC Biological Materials or Toxins
    • If your lab is planning on using biological materials or toxins on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) select agent list, contact EHS immediately.
  • DHS Chemicals of Inerest
  • Submit an inventory of Department of Homeland Security chemicals of interest (you will receive a reminder e-mail periodically) and notify EHS any time you are purchasing hazardous gases or materials on the Chemical Weapons Convention list.
    • See DHS Inventory worksheet in Resources section
    • See Chemical Convention List in Resources section
  • Radioactive Materials
  • Biological Materials and Viruses
    • If planning to use biological materials, including  live viruses, contact Jackie Wagner to begin the approval process.
  • If planning to use materials regulated by the Drug Enforcement Agency, contact Jackie Wagner.
  • Consider the need for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems. If systems other than the small units used for computer backup are needed, contact Facilities-Engineering (609-258-5475) for assistance in selecting and maintaining the system.