Chemical Safety
Chemical Safety at Virginia Tech involves two primary program areas - Laboratories and Non-Laboratory groups. The programs developed for both are based on General Chemical Storage and Management guidelines universal for both the Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) and the Hazard Communication Program. Both programs provide information and requirements to manage and reduce personnel exposure to hazardous chemical products in university work settings.
Program Summary
View program applications and requirements for Chemical Safety at Virginia Tech.
Chemical Hygiene Plan
The Chemical Hygiene Plan provides information designed specifically for chemical laboratory areas. It includes general requirements for chemical use and management, and the laboratory specific forms for individual areas.
Hazard Communication Program
The Hazard Communication Program provides general information and specific requirments for Non-Laboratory chemical use areas.
Program Summary
View program applications and requirements for Chemical Safety at Virginia Tech.
Chemical Hygiene Plan
The Chemical Hygiene Plan provides information designed specifically for chemical laboratory areas. It includes general requirements for chemical use and management, and the laboratory specific forms for individual areas.
Hazard Communication Program
The Hazard Communication Program provides general information and specific requirments for Non-Laboratory chemical use areas.
Contact Information
Donald Conner, University Chemical Hygiene Officer
- Call 540.231.7611
- email: dcon@vt.edu
Documents
Training Schedule
FAQs
- Where can I find information to determine if a chemical/product is hazardous?
- How should I dispose of needles or other sharps?
- What is the food and drink policy for research labs?
- Are there additional resources or information for pesticide use?
- What if I only handle chemicals in unopened, sealed containers?
- How do I get a copy of the Chemical Hygiene Plan?