CLSI GP17 A3 : 3ED 2012

Abstract
Committee Membership
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Terminology
3 Roles and Responsibilities
4 Planning for Safety
5 General Safety Program
6 Specialized Safety Programs
7 Fire Prevention
8 Emergency Management
9 Anatomic Pathology
10 Occupational Health and Safety
11 Training
12 Documents and Records
13 Safety Program Evaluations
14 Conclusion
References
Additional References
Appendix A - Radiation Safety
Appendix B - Sample Biological Safety Cabinet Checklist
Appendix C - Sample Laboratory Safety Audit
Appendix D - Globally Harmonized System Pictograms
             and Hazard Classes for Labeling of Hazardous
             Chemicals
Appendix E - Examples of Formaldehyde Exposure and
             Ventilation Calculations
Appendix F - Sample Declination Form for Hepatitis B
             Vaccine
Appendix G - Sample After Action Report
Appendix H - Sample Incident Report
The Quality Management System Approach
Related CLSI Reference Materials

Provides general recommendations for implementing a high-quality laboratory safety program, which are provided in a framework that is adaptable within any laboratory.

Aspects of a safety program addressed in this guideline include maintenance and inspection, personal
safety, and warning signs and labels. In addition, the guideline addresses fire prevention, electrical and
radiation safety, and other potential laboratory hazards. Special considerations for anatomic pathology
laboratories are also included. This guideline is written for laboratorians who are responsible for
developing and implementing a safety program in medical laboratories. However, other types of
laboratories will also find this guideline useful