Lab Clearances

All laboratories (chemical, biological, and radiological) must be cleared by Environmental Health and Safety prior to being remodeled, renovated, or cleaned. Housekeeping and/ or Facilities will not commence without a written safety clearance.

If laboratories were used to store or process radioactive material, the Radiation Safety Division will perform wipe tests.

BEFORE SUBMITTING A LAB CLEARANCE REQUEST, PLEASE READ THE REQUIREMENTS BELOW:

• Make sure all Chemical, Biological, and Radiological elements (unwanted chemicals, radioactive waste, bio boxes) have been removed from the Lab.

Chemical Waste Pickup

Radioactive waste pickup

• Make sure all intended equipment has been cleared and that storage locations have been secured (if applicable.)

Equipment Clearance

• Make sure all drawers and cabinets have been emptied.
• The Laboratory must be completely emptied before Environmental Health and Safety will clear it.

If all requirements have been met, please proceed to the form below.