Known carcinogens should not be used in the undergraduate laboratories. If a carcinogen is needed, Purchasing and Central Services must be informed, in writing, about the carcinogenic nature of the chemicals. When known carcinogens are received by Central Services, they should be forwarded immediately to the party placing the order. If they are to be kept in Central Services, the chemicals must be stored in a marked and locked cabinet.
All carcinogens are to be clearly marked.
They must be stored in locked cabinets with keys to be issued only to supervisory personnel and to University Police. These chemicals should be used only under proper conditions of ventilation and temperature, preferably in fume hoods. Any spillage should be cleaned up immediately with proper disposal of the cleaning equipment. If these procedures are followed, the carcinogenic chemicals can be used safely.