The ISU Chemical & Research Safety Program is comprised of multiple components. 

• Campus Safety Plans include the Chemical Hygiene Plan (for laboratories) and the Hazard Communication Plan (for other areas).
• Lab Specific Safety Plans are developed and maintained by Primary Investigators and Lab Managers.
• An inventory of hazardous chemicals on campus is maintained via the CHIMERA inventory system.
• Hazardous materials door signage is generated by the CHIMERA system and installed by the EHSS Department.
• Chemical specific safety information is available from manufacturers in the form of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Safe chemical handling requirements for select chemicals are documented on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Chemical Safety Training is provided by the EHSS Department.
• Laboratory Safety Consultations are conducted by the EHSS Department.
• Disposal of regulated waste materials is managed by the EHSS Department.
• IACUC Risk Assessements for animal research are evaluated and approved by the EHSS Department.

Contact the EHSS at 208-282-2310 if you have questions concerning the Chemical & Research Safety Program.