Laboratory Safety
SEE Laboratory Safety Manuals & Guidelines
The laboratory safety website provides current information on safety matters in the laboratories of the School of Energy and Environment (SEE).
[Violation of the University's safety rules may lead to disciplinary actions.]
Safety Policies and Guidelines for Staff and Students
Lab Safety Information
Chemical Safety
- Chemical Safety Guidelines in CityU
- Segregation of Incompatible Chemicals
- Chemical Storage Compatibility
- Chemical Waste Disposal Guideline
- Chemical Safety Leaflet
Biological Safety
- Guidelines for Biological Safety in the Laboratory
- Biosafety Risk Groups and Biosafety Levels
- Clinical Waste Disposal Procedures in CityU
Ionizing Radiation Safety
Laser Safety
- Laser Safety Guidelines
- Policy on Eyesight Testing for Users of Class 3B and 4 Lasers
- Request for Eyesight Test
- Laser Safety Leaflet
- Laser Equipment Purchase Approval
- Laser Equipment Registration Form
Animal Work Safety
- Safe Working Practices and Safety Procedures for Working with Laboratory Animals
- Clinical Waste Disposal Procedures in CityU
Compressed Gases & Cryogenic Liquids Handling
- Handling of Gas Cylinder
- Handling of Cryogenic Liquid
- Use and Handling of Compressed Gas Cylinders Leaflet
Safety Training Materials
All SEE faculty members, supporting staff, research staff and students are required to fulfill the safety training requirements established by CityU and SEE.
- SEE Laboratory Users Safety Induction Checklist
- Video for Safety, Health and Environmental Protection @ CityU
- Video for Laboratory Safety @ CityU - Fundamentals
- Safety Training Materials in Canvas
Safety Equipment and Facilities in Laboratory
- Fume Hood Safety
- Fume Hood Operation DOS and DONTS
- Biosafety Cabinet (BSC) at a glance
- List of Standard Items in First Aid Box
Useful Forms
- Application to Stay on Campus beyond Campus Opening Hours
- Injury / Accident / Near Miss Report
- SEE Incident Report and Investigation Form
- Visitor Policy and Application Form
Purchase of Chemicals
- User Guide to Chemical Control System
- Non-Controlled Chemical Purchase Guideline
- Nomination Form for Chemical Purchasing Delegate
- Undertaking Form for Student Nomination
Risk Assessment
To be conducted by Project Leaders / Course Leaders / their Delegates:
To be conducted by Teaching Assistants / Research Staff / Students:
Other Safety Leaflets and Alerts
- Safe Use of Centrifuge
- Proper Attire for Wet Labs
- Disposal of Sharps
- Disposal of Chemical Bottles in CityU
- Storage of Chemicals
- Emergency Procedures
- Fume Hood Caught Fire
- Safety Guidelines for Off-campus Activities
- Work Safety Guide
- Work Safely with Dry Ice
Other Useful Information
Last update on 13 August 2024.