Knight:Lab chemical training - Revision history

Meaganl at 14:02, 16 September 2010

2010-09-16T14:02:44Z

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-	'''See [[~~Reshma Shetty~~ \| ~~Reshma~~]] if you have any questions/suggestions on the lab specific chemical training.'''	+	'''See [[User:Meaganl \| Meagan]] if you have any questions/suggestions on the lab specific chemical training.'''

	# Ordering Chemicals		# Ordering Chemicals
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	## 32-322 in the fume hood		## 32-322 in the fume hood
	## 32-316 on the table. (Ethidium bromide waste only. This waste will be phased out as we switch over completely to SYBR safe.)		## 32-316 on the table. (Ethidium bromide waste only. This waste will be phased out as we switch over completely to SYBR safe.)
-	#* The EHS representative ([[~~Reshma Shetty~~]]) is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.	+	#* The EHS representative ([[User:meaganl \|Meagan Lizarazo]]) is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.
	#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.		#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.
	#* Materials used to clean up chemical spills are hazardous waste.		#* Materials used to clean up chemical spills are hazardous waste.

Reshma P. Shetty at 20:16, 3 January 2006

2006-01-03T20:16:43Z

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	'''See [[Reshma Shetty \| Reshma]] if you have any questions/suggestions on the lab specific chemical training.'''		'''See [[Reshma Shetty \| Reshma]] if you have any questions/suggestions on the lab specific chemical training.'''

Reshma P. Shetty at 20:03, 24 October 2005

2005-10-24T20:03:00Z

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	#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Electronics waste \| electronics waste]].		#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Electronics waste \| electronics waste]].
	#* Place sharps in labelled sharps containers. See the detailed instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Sharps \| sharps]].		#* Place sharps in labelled sharps containers. See the detailed instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Sharps \| sharps]].
-	#* No food or drink in the lab. Don't throw out food containers in lab trash cans.	+	#* No food or drink in the lab (including gum or candy). Don't throw out food containers in lab trash cans.
	#* Boxes cannot be stored within 18 inches of sprinkler heads.		#* Boxes cannot be stored within 18 inches of sprinkler heads.
	#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.		#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.

Reshma P. Shetty at 18:41, 18 October 2005

2005-10-18T18:41:31Z

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	#* Orphan Chemicals are chemicals that are unlabeled and must be disposed of as hazardous waste. This may cost several thousand dollars to have analysed to determine the characteristics of the unknown waste.		#* Orphan Chemicals are chemicals that are unlabeled and must be disposed of as hazardous waste. This may cost several thousand dollars to have analysed to determine the characteristics of the unknown waste.
	# Other safety issues		# Other safety issues
		+	#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Biohazardous waste \| biohazardous waste]].
		+	#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Electronics waste \| electronics waste]].
		+	#* Place sharps in labelled sharps containers. See the detailed instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Sharps \| sharps]].
		+	#* No food or drink in the lab. Don't throw out food containers in lab trash cans.
	#* Boxes cannot be stored within 18 inches of sprinkler heads.		#* Boxes cannot be stored within 18 inches of sprinkler heads.
	#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.		#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.
	#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.		#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.
-	~~#* Place sharps in labelled sharps containers. See the detailed instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Sharps \| sharps]].~~
-	~~#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Biohazardous waste \| biohazardous waste]].~~
-	~~#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Electronics waste \| electronics waste]].~~

	'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''		'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''

-	'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board ~~next~~ 32-306.'''	+	'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board just outside 32-306.'''

Reshma P. Shetty at 15:53, 13 October 2005

2005-10-13T15:53:37Z

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	#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322] under the metro shelves.		#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322] under the metro shelves.
	# Emergencies		# Emergencies
-	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted outside the doors to any of the labs. For major emergencies, dial 100 from a campus phone.	+	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted outside the doors to any of the labs. For major emergencies, dial 100 from a campus phone.
		+	#* Familiarize yourself with the [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/emergency/maps/3Floor.jpg Stata third floor evacuation map].
	#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:		#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:
	## [http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?selection=P9&Parking=go Biology parking lot] (between bldg 68 and bldg 32)		## [http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?selection=P9&Parking=go Biology parking lot] (between bldg 68 and bldg 32)

Reshma P. Shetty at 02:41, 13 October 2005

2005-10-13T02:41:46Z

Reshma P. Shetty at 19:53, 12 October 2005

2005-10-12T19:53:08Z

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-	'''~~Lab Specific Chemical Hygiene Training~~'''	+	'''See [[Reshma Shetty \| Reshma]] if you have any questions/suggestions on the lab specific chemical training.'''

	# Ordering Chemicals		# Ordering Chemicals
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	#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.		#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.
	#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.		#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.
-	#* [[Knight:Sharps \| ~~Sharps~~]] ~~– place in labeled sharps containers (one in~~ [~~http~~:~~//www~~.~~csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and~~ [~~http~~:~~//www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322~~]~~). For those areas not near the large sharps containers, small plastic sharps containers are used. These can be closed and deposited directly in the large sharps container bins~~.	+	#* Place sharps in labelled sharps containers. See the detailed instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Sharps \| sharps]].
		+	#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Biohazardous waste \| biohazardous waste]].
		+	#* Follow the instructions for proper disposal of [[Knight:Electronics waste \| electronics waste]].

	'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''		'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''

	'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board next 32-306.'''		'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board next 32-306.'''

Reshma P. Shetty at 19:23, 12 October 2005

2005-10-12T19:23:42Z

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	#* For the best protection from chemical vapors, keep chemicals and equipment at least 6-inches into the hood. Always work with the sash in the lowest position possible.		#* For the best protection from chemical vapors, keep chemicals and equipment at least 6-inches into the hood. Always work with the sash in the lowest position possible.
	#* Please close the sash when the hood is not in use.		#* Please close the sash when the hood is not in use.
-	# Hazardous waste	+	# Hazardous waste
		+	#* See [[Knight:Chemical_waste \| information]] on disposing of hazardous waste.
	#* The satellite accumulation areas are in the following locations:		#* The satellite accumulation areas are in the following locations:
	## 32-322 in the fume hood		## 32-322 in the fume hood
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	#* The EHS representative ([[Reshma Shetty]]) is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.		#* The EHS representative ([[Reshma Shetty]]) is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.
	#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.		#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.
		+	#* Materials used to clean up chemical spills are hazardous waste.
	# Gas Cylinders		# Gas Cylinders
	#* Secure with strap or chain (1/2 to 2/3 of the way up).		#* Secure with strap or chain (1/2 to 2/3 of the way up).

Reshma P. Shetty at 19:10, 12 October 2005

2005-10-12T19:10:49Z

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	#* Refrigerators are not equipped for flammable storage (when the compressor turns on, a spark can be generated, and ignition of flammable vapors can occur.)		#* Refrigerators are not equipped for flammable storage (when the compressor turns on, a spark can be generated, and ignition of flammable vapors can occur.)
	# Chemical Labeling		# Chemical Labeling
-	#* All chemical containers (including working containers) must be labeled with the chemical name and hazard. Chemical name abbreviations are posted on the bulletin board outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306].	+	#* All chemical containers (including working containers) must be labeled with the chemical name and hazard. Chemical name abbreviations are posted on the bulletin board outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306]. Before using an abbreviation, make sure it is on the list.
	#* Date the chemicals when they are received. Especially peroxide forming compounds, e.g. ether and tetrahydrofuran. Peroxide-formers should not be kept past 1 year from the date of receipt.		#* Date the chemicals when they are received. Especially peroxide forming compounds, e.g. ether and tetrahydrofuran. Peroxide-formers should not be kept past 1 year from the date of receipt.
	#* Put your name/initials on chemical containers that only you use.		#* Put your name/initials on chemical containers that only you use.
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	#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases.		#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases.
	# Emergencies		# Emergencies
-	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted ~~in the laboratory~~ outside the doors to any of the labs.	+	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted outside the doors to any of the labs. For major emergencies, dial 100 from a campus phone.
	#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:		#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:
-	## Biology parking lot (between bldg 68 and bldg 32	+	## [http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?selection=P9&Parking=go Biology parking lot] (between bldg 68 and bldg 32)
-	## Back up location in case of bad weather: Bldg 68 lobby	+	## Back up location in case of bad weather: [http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?mapterms=68&mapsearch=go Bldg 68] lobby
	#* Know the difference between minor and major chemical spills.		#* Know the difference between minor and major chemical spills.
		+	#* MIT policy is to not fight fires. Only use fire extinguishers to aid your exit from the building.
	#* Learn the location of emergency equipment		#* Learn the location of emergency equipment
	#** Eye washes: sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]		#** Eye washes: sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
	#** Emergency shower: inside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]		#** Emergency shower: inside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
	#** Spill kits: under the sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]		#** Spill kits: under the sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
-	#** Fire ~~extinguisher~~: outside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] ~~and~~ [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]	+	#** Fire extinguishers:
-	#** Safety signs and labels: in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]	+	#**#outside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] in a recessed cabinet
		+	#**#outside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#**#in 32-3D lobby just outside the double doors to our area
		+	#** First aid kit: in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#** Safety signs and labels (including hazardous waste tags): in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
	# Please avoid the following:		# Please avoid the following:
	#* A Bunsen burner near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire.		#* A Bunsen burner near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire.

Reshma P. Shetty: updated specifics to Knight lab

2005-10-11T18:52:45Z

updated specifics to Knight lab

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	#* Check the inventory before ordering new chemicals		#* Check the inventory before ordering new chemicals
	#* Obtain an MSDS and review proper practices with the lab group when new chemicals are ordered		#* Obtain an MSDS and review proper practices with the lab group when new chemicals are ordered
-	#* Put MSDS in ~~Notebooks or provide~~ on-~~line links for staff to view MSDS~~	+	#* Put MSDS in folder kept on on the short bookshelves in the hallway between [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/311.gif 32-311] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/321.gif 32-321].
	# Storage of Chemicals – incompatible chemicals (acids and flammables) cannot be stored together		# Storage of Chemicals – incompatible chemicals (acids and flammables) cannot be stored together
	#* Acids and flammable liquids are stored in separate cabinets.		#* Acids and flammable liquids are stored in separate cabinets.
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	#* Refrigerators are not equipped for flammable storage (when the compressor turns on, a spark can be generated, and ignition of flammable vapors can occur.)		#* Refrigerators are not equipped for flammable storage (when the compressor turns on, a spark can be generated, and ignition of flammable vapors can occur.)
	# Chemical Labeling		# Chemical Labeling
-	#* All chemical containers (including working containers) must be labeled with the chemical name and hazard.	+	#* All chemical containers (including working containers) must be labeled with the chemical name and hazard. Chemical name abbreviations are posted on the bulletin board outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306].
	#* Date the chemicals when they are received. Especially peroxide forming compounds, e.g. ether and tetrahydrofuran. Peroxide-formers should not be kept past 1 year from the date of receipt.		#* Date the chemicals when they are received. Especially peroxide forming compounds, e.g. ether and tetrahydrofuran. Peroxide-formers should not be kept past 1 year from the date of receipt.
	#* Put your name/initials on chemical containers that only you use.		#* Put your name/initials on chemical containers that only you use.
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	#* Volatile hazardous chemicals must be used in the fume hood.		#* Volatile hazardous chemicals must be used in the fume hood.
	#* Alcohols and 3N HCl can be used on the lab bench.		#* Alcohols and 3N HCl can be used on the lab bench.
-	#* When working with hazardous chemicals, wear lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.	+	#* When working with hazardous chemicals, wear lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322].
	#* No open-toed shoes are allowed.		#* No open-toed shoes are allowed.
	#* Remove gloves before handling keyboards, phones, and door knobs.		#* Remove gloves before handling keyboards, phones, and door knobs.
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	## 32-322 in the fume hood		## 32-322 in the fume hood
	## 32-316 on the table. (Ethidium bromide waste only. This waste will be phased out as we switch over completely to SYBR safe.)		## 32-316 on the table. (Ethidium bromide waste only. This waste will be phased out as we switch over completely to SYBR safe.)
-	#* The EHS representative is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.	+	#* The EHS representative ([[Reshma Shetty]]) is required to do weekly inspections of the Satellite Accumulation Area. Please ask your EHS representative or Kathy Gilbert from the EHS Office (x3-8409) if you have any questions regarding hazardous waste.
	#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.		#* The first rinsate of empty chemical bottles must be collected as hazardous waste.
	# Gas Cylinders		# Gas Cylinders
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	#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases.		#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases.
	# Emergencies		# Emergencies
-	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted in the laboratory.	+	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted in the laboratory outside the doors to any of the labs.
	#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:		#* If the building is evacuated, report to the following location:
	## Biology parking lot (between bldg 68 and bldg 32		## Biology parking lot (between bldg 68 and bldg 32
	## Back up location in case of bad weather: Bldg 68 lobby		## Back up location in case of bad weather: Bldg 68 lobby
-	#* Know the difference between minor and major chemical spills	+	#* Know the difference between minor and major chemical spills.
-	#* Learn the location of emergency equipment ~~– drench hoses, emergency~~ shower~~, fire blanket, fire~~ extinguisher	+	#* Learn the location of emergency equipment
		+	#** Eye washes: sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#** Emergency shower: inside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#** Spill kits: under the sink in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#** Fire extinguisher: outside entrance to [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
		+	#** Safety signs and labels: in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
	# Please avoid the following:		# Please avoid the following:
	#* A Bunsen burner near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire.		#* A Bunsen burner near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire.
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	#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.		#* Tripping hazards – avoid leaving anything on the floor in hallways including electrical and phone cords.
	#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.		#* Electrical safety – do not daisy-chain extension cords.
-	#* Sharps – place in labeled sharps containers.	+	#* [[Knight:Sharps \| Sharps]] – place in labeled sharps containers (one in [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/306.gif 32-306] and [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]). For those areas not near the large sharps containers, small plastic sharps containers are used. These can be closed and deposited directly in the large sharps container bins.

	'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''		'''A paper copy of this form is posted outside 32-306.'''

	'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board next 32-306.'''		'''Upon completion of the lab specific chemical hygiene training, sign the form which is posted on the bulletin board next 32-306.'''

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	#* Volatile hazardous chemicals must be used in the fume hood.		#* Volatile hazardous chemicals must be used in the fume hood.
	#* Alcohols and 3N HCl can be used on the lab bench.		#* Alcohols and 3N HCl can be used on the lab bench.
-	#* When working with hazardous chemicals, wear lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322].	+	#* When working with hazardous chemicals, wear lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322] under the metro shelves.
	#* No open-toed shoes are allowed.		#* No open-toed shoes are allowed.
	#* Remove gloves before handling keyboards, phones, and door knobs.		#* Remove gloves before handling keyboards, phones, and door knobs.
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	#* Secure with strap or chain (1/2 to 2/3 of the way up).		#* Secure with strap or chain (1/2 to 2/3 of the way up).
	#* Use correct regulator and gauge.		#* Use correct regulator and gauge.
-	#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases.	+	#* Wear safety glasses when working with compressed gases. These are stored in the hall outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322] under the metro shelves.
	# Emergencies		# Emergencies
	#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted outside the doors to any of the labs. For major emergencies, dial 100 from a campus phone.		#* Please review the emergency flip chart that is posted outside the doors to any of the labs. For major emergencies, dial 100 from a campus phone.
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	#** Safety signs and labels (including hazardous waste tags): in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]		#** Safety signs and labels (including hazardous waste tags): in filing cabinet outside [http://www.csail.mit.edu/resources/maps/3/322.gif 32-322]
	# Please avoid the following:		# Please avoid the following:
-	#* ~~A Bunsen burner~~ near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire.	+	#* Fireboys near paper or opened bottles of ethanol could cause a fire. Make sure your fireboy is not underneath a shelf when on (it will burn the underside of the shelf.
	#* Orphan Chemicals are chemicals that are unlabeled and must be disposed of as hazardous waste. This may cost several thousand dollars to have analysed to determine the characteristics of the unknown waste.		#* Orphan Chemicals are chemicals that are unlabeled and must be disposed of as hazardous waste. This may cost several thousand dollars to have analysed to determine the characteristics of the unknown waste.
	# Other safety issues		# Other safety issues