A chemical inventory system at a research university plays a key role in supporting laboratory research and in meeting regulatory requirements.  Before starting a new experiment, users need to search a reference database that includes property data for different physical states and concentrations of substances.  Property data along with other safety information can be used to  conduct a laboratory hazard assessment and develop standard operating procedures.  Chemical inventory data helps users keep track of their chemicals, provides information about storing chemicals, and helps minimize unnecessary stockpiling of chemicals. A chemical inventory information helps emergency responders if an incident does occur.  Chemical inventory systems are an essential tool used by EH&S staff to help support safety education, oversee facilities safety, and comply with regulations.   This presentation will summarize key features needed in an chemical inventory system and will highlight features available in one of them.

Using a chemical inventory system to optimize safe laboratory research

251st National Meeting (2016)

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