Chemical Health & Safety
July/August 1996
Chemical Health & Safety, 1996, 3(4), 34-39.
Copyright © 1996 by the American Chemical Society.
Potential hazards associated with the decommissioning of
laboratories
Items related to occupant activities
- Chemicals that may remain on surfaces or equipment or building
systems:
- perchloric acid
- mercury
- nonvolatile hazardous chemicals (e.g., acrylamide, metals,
aflatoxin)
- Biological agents
- Radioactive agents
- Explosive materials
- Unclaimed chemicals
Items related to building components
- Asbestos in insulation, floor tiles, fume hood interiors, work surfaces
- Lead paint
- PCBs in light ballasts
- Plumbing systems containing mercury or azides
- HVAC systems with perchlorates, fiberglass, hazardous particulates
- Electrical systems
- Radioactive materials
Items related to contractor activities
- Construction dust
- Organic solvents (paint)
- Cleaning chemicals
- Welding or cutting
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