Why Should You Call MidWest Chemical Safety?

Cluttered laboratory chemical hoods are common problems in research and production laboratories, however, the clutter can really cause problems with exposure control issues. MCS assists clients in training hood operators to use hoods properly and performs workplace audits and evaluations so that management can be more effective in controlling workplace exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Designing or retrofitting a new laboratory? Don't let this happen to you! Poorly designed ventilation systems as you see here (the room AC is located directly over the inlet of the hood face) are the cause of many laboratory airflow challenges. Midwest Chemical Safety has the expertise to be your heath and safety representative to your architectural firm during design and construction. Involve an Industrial Hygienist early in the design stage to of your projects to prevent problems like this from occurring.

Oops! Midwest Chemical Safety can provide independent investigation of workplace incidents in order to find the root cause of the incident.

This eyewash does not meet the ANSI standards for emergency eyewashes. MCS can assist your company in complying with Federal, State and Local health and safety regulations designed to protect your workforce.

MCS can provide ANSI Z9.5 compliant hood containment checks and ANSI 110 hood testing. Call MCS for audit and evaluation information.

Bulging containers of diethyl ether were found on this audit. Workplace audits and evaluations are an important part of any comprehensive safety plan. Independent audits provided by contractors knowledgeable in the regulations and the needs of the employer give a "fresh set of eyes" to the overall workplace safety picture.

Poorly labeled bottles can cause real headaches when it comes to injury prevention and hazardous waste disposal. Keep all bottle labels readable and always know the contents of reagent bottles before use!