Guidance and advice on chemical safety for University staff and students. Policy and codes of practice Below are links to guidance on chemical safety hazards, including hazardous substances, associated with working at the University. You should also consult the University Health and Safety Policy, Framework:Arrangements Section 26 Chemical safety and the accompanying Codes of Practice which also have useful information. Hazardous Substances Guidance information and publications produced by the Health and Safety Department which are relevant to hazardous substances used within the University. Laboratories Codes of Practice and guidance documents produced by the Health and Safety Department which are relevant to work within Laboratories (mainly Chemical) or Workshops within the University. Personal Protective Equipment Guidance information and publications produced by the Health and Safety Department which are relevant to the selection and use of personal protective equipment. Specific guidance on biological, radiation and fire safety can be found on their respective website.Core safetyBiological safetyRadiation protectionFire safetyInformation on occupational health and health and wellbeing can be found at:Occupational Health ServiceHealth and wellbeing websiteGuidance and advice on business travel can be found at:Business travel website This article was published on 2025-05-15
