Laboratory and Chemical Safety

UB's Environment, Health and Safety unit provides guidance, training and compliance support for researchers, principal investigators and lab personnel working across university facilities. Use this section to find resources for your lab's day-to-day operations, regulatory requirements and incident reporting.

Lab Operations

Registration & Setup

Requirements for opening and registering a new lab space.

Equipment & Facilities

Work orders, equipment moves, servicing and safety protocols.

Incidents & Reporting

How to report lab incidents, accidents and near-misses.

Chemical Safety

Chemical Hygiene

Compliance plans, GHS labeling requirements and lab-specific procedures.

Storage & Compatibility

Guidance on safely storing chemicals and avoiding incompatible combinations.

Get Help

EH&S Main Office

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Environment, Health & Safety

Service Building, 220 Winspear Ave.

Phone: 716-829-3301

Email: ehs@facilities.buffalo.edu

Report an Emergency

Immediate Service

Call Customer Service at 716-645-2025. Staff is available 24 hours a day.