Safety shoes are furnished by LBNL for certain off-site operations for which a formal hazard evaluation has established the need for this protection. The Laboratory provides proper hand protection to employees exposed to known hand hazards such as those from absorption of harmful substances, severe cuts, lacerations or abrasions, chemical burns, and extreme temperatures. Supervisors must obtain suitable hand protection and ensure that it is used. The Chemical Hygiene and Safety Plan provides guidance for the selection of chemically resistant gloves. The Central Storeroom in Building 78 stocks a variety of protective hand protection.
Individual departments are responsible for maintaining a supply of adequate hand protection.
Assistance in selecting the proper hand protection may be obtained by consulting an Industrial Hygienist . Hard hats are available from Central Stores. This is usually the construction superintendent. Any area near exposed electrical conductors where a danger of arcing may exist. Any excavation or trench where loose rock or soil could pose a danger by falling from the excavation face.