Standard Operating Procedure Formaldehyde Solution This is an SOP template and is not complete until: 1) lab specific information is entered into the box below 2) lab specific protocol is added to the protocol section and 3) SOP has been signed and dated by the PI and relevant lab personnel. Print a copy and insert into your Lab-Specific Chemical Hygiene Plan. Section 1 Lab-Specific Information – Building/Room(s) covered by this SOP: Department: Principal Investigator Name: Principal Investigator Signature: Section 2 Hazards – Formaldehyde is classified by OSHA as a combustible liquid, target organ effect, toxic by inhalation, toxic by ingestion, toxic by skin absorption, skin sensitizer, corrosive, and carcinogen. Do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, vapor, mist, or spray. Toxic if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Causes eye burns. Approximately 1.5 grams of vaporized Formaldehyde will achieve this concentration in a typical laboratory setting. The odor threshold of formaldehyde is reported to be as low as 0.1 ppm. Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL (8 HR. TWA): 0.75 ppm OSHA Short Term Exposure Limit: 2 ppm ACGIH TLV/TWA: 0.3 ppm Section 3 Engineering Controls and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Engineering Controls: Use of formaldehyde should be conducted in a properly functioning chemical fume hood whenever possible. The chemical fume hood must be approved and certified by REM and have a face velocity between 80 125 feet per minute. – Hygiene Measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product. Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves must be worn, nitrile gloves are recommended for low volume applications. Wearing two pairs of nitrile gloves is recommended. NOTE: Consult with your preferred glove manufacturer to ensure that the gloves you plan on using are compatible with the specific chemical being used.
Standard Operating Procedure Formaldehyde Solution This is an SOP template and is not complete until: 1) lab specific information is entered into the box below 2) lab specific protocol is added to the protocol section and 3) SOP has been signed and dated by the PI and relevant lab personnel. Print a copy and insert into your Lab-Specific Chemical Hygiene Plan. Section 1 – Lab-Specific Information Building/Room(s) covered by this SOP: Department: Principal Investigator Name: Principal Investigator Signature: Section 2 – Hazards Formaldehyde is classified by OSHA as a combustible liquid, target organ effect, toxic by inhalation, toxic by ingestion, toxic by skin absorption, skin sensitizer, corrosive, and carcinogen. Do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, vapor, mist, or spray. Toxic if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Causes eye burns. Approximately 1.5 grams of vaporized Formaldehyde will achieve this concentration in a typical laboratory setting. The odor threshold of formaldehyde is reported to be as low as 0.1 ppm. Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL (8 HR. TWA): 0.75 ppm OSHA Short Term Exposure Limit: 2 ppm ACGIH TLV/TWA: 0.3 ppm Section 3 – Engineering Controls and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Engineering Controls: Use of formaldehyde should be conducted in a properly functioning chemical fume hood whenever possible. The chemical fume hood must be approved and certified by REM and have a face velocity between 80 – 125 feet per minute. Hygiene Measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product. Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves must be worn, nitrile gloves are recommended for low volume applications. Wearing two pairs of nitrile gloves is recommended. NOTE: Consult with your preferred glove manufacturer to ensure that the gloves you plan on using are compatible with the specific chemical being used.
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