Research & Operations Support
Asbestos Hazards & Controls
Aviation Safety (Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Commercial Aviation Services)
Beryllium Safety
If you are concerned about your potential exposure to beryllium, contact us for hazard assessments, workplace evaluations, and to learn more about beryllium safety.Biosafety
The purpose of the Biosafety Program is to protect workers, the public, agriculture, and the environment from exposure to biological agents or materials that may cause disease or other detrimental effects in humans, animals, or plants.Chemical & Laboratory Safety
Confined Space Program
Confined spaces are difficult to enter and exit, and are generally not designed for continuous human occupancy. Contact the Confined Space Program Manager to schedule an evaluation.Construction Health & Safety
The Industrial Hygiene Group conducts hazard evaluations for Facilities construction projects (large and small projects) and small work orders to identify chemical, physical, and biological health hazards prior to work commencing.Controlled Substances
All research work with controlled substances must be conducted under a valid registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Contact us if you are interested in starting new work with controlled substances or to make changes to existing controlled substances work.Cranes, Hoists & Rigging Program
DOE and OSHA Requirements
CHR Technical Assurance
Continuous Improvement List
Cranes & Crane Managers
Frequently Asked Questions
Guidance For Borrowing & Lending Equipment
Inventory, Inspection & Testing
LBNL-Recognized Hoisting & Rigging Equipment Manufacturers
Lift Types
Metrics/Dashboard
Purchasing Process
Rigging Guidance
Cryogenic Liquid Safety
Cryogenic Liquid Safety is owned by the Research Support Team.Drinking Water Program
Contact us for testing and/or disinfection of new installations and repairs, and to review control measures and water systems.Elevated Work – Scaffolds, Aerial Lifts, and Ladders
Engineered Nanomaterials
Engineered Nanomaterials require specific controls and procedures that should be added to the Work Planning and Control Activity. Consult the Work Planning and Control program for more details.Exposure Assessment
Industrial Hygiene and the Radiation Protection Groups help to limit exposures to materials or agents that could be associated with health hazards. Contact us to request an exposure assessment.Fall Protection Program
Forklifts and Other Powered Industrial Trucks
Gas Safety
Hearing Conservation
Contact us if you would like to request a noise evaluation, need assistance with selecting appropriate hearing protection, or need to enroll in the Hearing Conservation Program.Heat Illness Prevention
IH Technical Assurance Assessment
IH Technical Assurance Assessments are ongoing evaluations of major Environment, Health, and Safety programs at the Laboratory which address about half of the current Industrial Hygiene Programs, with the emphasis on the cornerstone programs, such as Chemical Hygiene and Safety, Confined Spaces, Respiratory Protection, Laser Safety, and Lead.Indoor Air Quality
Contact the Industrial Hygienist assigned to support your Division to conduct pollutant sampling or HVAC system evaluation.Injury/Illness Response & Review
LBNL reviews all work-related injuries or illnesses. Employees must report report all work-related injuries or illnesses to their supervisor and Health Services.Lead Hazards & Controls
Machine Guarding - Shop & Lab Machine Safety
Off-Site Safety
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be issued upon completion of a hazard assessment of activities or operations. Employees should work with their supervisor and EHS to obtain appropriate PPE.Pressure Safety
The pressure safety program is designed to assist researchers in conducting their work with pressurized systems. We provide training, consultation, design and construction, and work authorizations.Respiratory Protection Program
Submit a request for a respirator, including dust mask, and/or for a consultation with a respiratory program administrator.Roof Access
Roof access systems help minimize potential exposure to chemicals, magnetic fields, and radiological hazards for personnel who are working on roofs. Contact us for more information.Ventilation, Hoods & HEPA Filters
EHS conducts surveys and calibrations on a schedule that depends on use and type of the hood or ventilation system. Contact us to review code requirements and monitoring.Welding, Joining, & Thermal Cutting