Workplace Safety in the Laboratory A Reference Guide for Essential Safety Measures

Following the lockdown, return to research and testing facilities has been carefully orchestrated, with in-depth risk assessment and prudent initiatives to implement hygiene and cleanliness protocols; managing social distancing requirements and monitoring the risk of a local outbreak.

Cole-Parmer has the products for your workplace safety in line with new government guidelines

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One-way traffic maintained through clearly marked entrances & exits

FDA-Cleared IR Forehead ThermometerCheck employees & visitors for signs of fever at site entrances. Also suitable for measuring surface temperature.

Face ShieldsProtect staff at entrance checkpoints from potentially infectious respiratory aerosols.

Wearwell® Footwear Sanitising MatsSanitise footwear to prevent transporting infectious particles into the building.

Hand Sanitiser (80% alcohol)Provide hand sanitiser at multiple locations for effective hand hygiene throughout the site.

Single-Use Vinyl GlovesReduce contact & transfer of germs.

Alcohol Wipes(70% alcohol)Premoistened wipes to clean & sanitise common surfaces & shared equipment before & after each use.

PCRmax®/Techne® COVID-19 Test KitsTest communal & high-touch surfaces for viral load to assess & adapt cleaning routines.

Large BioHazard BagsDeactivate dangerous waste and arrange for final disposal according to H&S & regulatory requirements.

Create designated exit points to facilitate the flow of foot traffic & ensure screening checkpoints are used by all site patrons

Set up checkpoints at entrances to restrict symptomatic employees & visitors from accessing the facility

Disposable Lab CoatsA polyethylene, splash resistant alternative for use around the facility that can be disposed off when required.

Face MasksProvide employees with masks for emergency evacuation incidents, when social distancing cannot be prioritised.

Safety SignsClearly mark entrances, exits & traffic direction to ensure visibility of safety measures around the site.

Air Quality TestingRoutinely test air quality with a calibrated pump & cassette sampling system.

Polyester SwabsCollect DNA from high-touch surfaces for validation & quantification of microbial load.

Minimise contact in common areas, increase surface testing & adjust cleaning & sanitisation processes

In-Vitro Diagnostic KitThe COVID-19 IVD bundlesupplies swabs, Storage &Release reagents, reactionsolutions, & positive/negativecontrols for a one-tube testingsystem. Available in the EMEA region only.

Stuart® MicrocentrifugeIdeal for high speed centrifugation programs & quick spin down of samples.

Polarsafe® Cooling BlocksPrevent sample degradation on the bench; maintain low temperatures for prolonged periods.

TraceableGO™ Reusable Data LoggerMonitor temperature / humidity during transport; connect via Bluetooth® / Wi-Fi to receive real-time updates.

DNA Away, RNase Away Surface DecontaminantsRid work surfaces & instruments of unwanted DNA & RNase contamination.

PCRmax® Eco 48Compact qPCR thermal cycler used to detect & quantify viral DNA from surface swabs.Not suitable for IVD detection.

TracebaleONE™ Single-Use Data LoggerMonitor & record temperature of samples in transit. Use the built-in USB port to extract data reports.

Stuart® Dry Block HeaterDeactivate virulent pathogens to render clinical samples safe for handling.

Waterless Ice BucketSamples kept cold, clean & dry for several hours without puddles & float-away tubes.

PolarSafe® Transport Bags & BoxesMaintain low temperature & sample integrity during transport with this range of insulated bags and boxes.

Sterile ForcepsSingle-use forceps for safehandling of swabs; reducingexposure risks & preventing cross-contamination.

Stuart® Vortex MixerVariable speed, compact vortexmixer, ideal for mixing &homogenising samples.

Filter Pipettor TipsRNase, DNase & endotoxin free, autoclavable tips offer accurate, aerosol-free liquid transfer.

ThinTouch® Nitrile GlovesPowder & latex-free gloves offersupreme sensitivity, excellentcomfort & maximum protection.Low particulates prevent glove related cross-contamination.

Determine COVID-19 infection & presence with PCR-based virus testingSamples collected from asymptomatic employees for COVID-19 screening; transported under cold chain to testing labs along with sample swabs from high-touch surfaces.

Nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal & surface swabs are tested for SARS-CoV-2 using PCR to determine viral presence & microbial load

FOR RESEARCH ONLY

FOR PROFFESSIONAL USE ONLY

HTL Discovery Comfort Pipettor Kit A set of pipettors suitable for mostcommon bench-top liquid transferprocesses; accurately measures arange of volumes from 10-1000uL.

Traceable® TimersCalibrated timers designed for scientific applications, offering accurate time keeping & a range of alarm options to suit different workplace needs.

Freezer Boxes & Tube RacksStore samples in water-repellent cardboard freezer boxes. Remove & thaw only what you need with removable racks.

Stuart® 8500 MicrocentrifugeCompact, fixed-speed microcentrifuge, perfect for personal workspaces. Offers quick spin down & routine centrifugation programs.

Tube Rack SystemsAutoclaveable, polypropylene tube rack that can be rotated to accommodate test tubes, Falcon tubes & microcentrifuge tubes.

Traceable® Excursion-Trac™ Data LoggerAccurate temperature monitoring, display & visual/audible alarm options. NIST-Traceable certified & compatible with a range of probes.

Oakton® Pocket TestersPersonal, portable & economicalpocket testers for accurately measuring pH, TDS, salinity & conductivity. Provide individual units to reduce sharing.

Stuart® IncubatorsCompact bench-top incubator. Essential for heating applications, the range can offer the required features for your workflow.

Traceable® Data Loggers Ethernet connected thermometer,compatible with TraceableLIVE®;offers reliable, fast, secure datain real-time directly to your PC ormobile device.

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Stirring HotplatesIdeal for benchtop heating & stirringapplications. Fully programmableinterior, customisable exterior & a choiceof colours; provide each workstation with a unique hotplate stirrer.

HDPE BioHazard Bags & StandsCreate personal waste disposalstations with autoclaveable, colour changing biohazard bags & stands; minimise unnecessary contact &movement in the lab.

Traceable® One-Shot Buffer SolutionsNIST-traceable compliant, compact &portable buffer solutions offer calibration options for pH, conductivity & TDS meters without the need for sharing.

Under-Counter Fridge & FreezersCompact fridge/freezer units forcold storage of samples & reagentsthat are in use everyday.

PolarSafe® DewarsDurable dewars offering long-term ULT storage, with accessories that can facilitate monitoring & transport. Available in a range of sizes, 2-15L.

StableTemp™ RefrigeratorBuilt for daily lab applications, with an intuitive control panel, VFD & touch sensitive buttons. Safely store samples at 2 to 10ºC.

Equip each workstation in the lab with its own set of tools & instruments to minimise sharingPreserve sample integrity & longevity. Use remote access tools to accurately monitor cold & cryo-storage areas.

Rearrange lab spaces according to social distancing guidelines, facing benches away from each other. Equip each station with individuals tools, supplies & consumables to reduce the need for sharing.

TraceableLIVE® Remotely monitor temperature through the Cloud-based interface using a PC or mobile device. Receive real-time notifications if temperature deviates from the set range.

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Cloud-based remote-access tools, for monitoring & control of critical processes, enhancing social distancing & remote working options

Pump & Transfer TubingIndustry leading choices of tubing formulation for excellent chemical & application compatibility; available in standard & custom-cut lengths.

Masterflex® Single-Use Flow SensorsDisposable, modular interchangeable flow sensors, offering low-risk of cross contamination, accuracy to 1% & low operating costs.

MasterflexLIVE® Cloud-based platform with real-time remote access & control of critical pump parameters; receive 21 CFR Part 11 & EU Annex 11 compliant data to a PC, phone or tablet.

Masterflex® Process Peristaltic Pump SystemsAccurate & cost effective solution for dosing applications or moving biological fluids.

Masterflex® Ultrasonic Flow Sensor & ControllerThe calibrated flow sensor accurately detects flow rate & works with the flow controller to automatically adjust pump speed.

Masterflex® Sampling BottlesGamma irradiated, secure sampling bottles with single-piece cap & tubing assemblies that prevent spillage, loss & contamination.

Disposable Tank LinersImprove time & cost effectiveness by eliminating the need for washing, cleaning & revalidation of the rigid, reusable tank systems.

CPLIVE®

Remotely manage multiple machines, simplify workflows, & securely archive & share research data with colleagues & third parties using the Cloud-based platform.

Reduce multi-user handling; enhance workflows with single-use & remote-access toolsSingle-use products that reduce contact & cross-contamination enhancing fluid handling workflows. Reduce clean-up, sterilisation & validation time & cost to improve productivity & efficiency

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