Announcements | PennEHRS

Resumption of Research Supply Ordering

Revised 6/17/20 @ 9:15 A.M.

Labs returning to on-campus research in Phase 1 of the Resumption of Research plan will receive an initial supply of COVID-19 transmission prevention supplies, including disinfectant products and surgical-style masks. How these initial supplies will be distributed will vary depending on your school or building.

EHRS COVID-19 Safety Information

For information and updates on COVID-19 Safety Information from EHRS, please click here.

Research Continuity Planning

The continuity of research through potential regional impact of an outbreak requires specific considerations. While we hope contingency measures will not be required, preparedness minimizes impact if they become necessary.

https://research.upenn.edu/resources/coronavirus/

EHRS Guidance During Temporary Suspension of Lab Operations

Revised 3/17/2020 @ 11:27am

EHRS offers the following guidance to assist you with the temporary suspension of operations in your lab. Please note that EHRS continues to provide essential services and can be reached at 215-898-4453 (24-hours a day).

Biosafety Cabinet Maintenance and Repairs

Biosafety cabinets must be certified annually, when moved, or after repairs.

Three new CHP Fact Sheets: vapor, solvents, nitrile gloves

Five New Fact Sheets and SOPs Added to the Chemical Hygiene Plan

EHRS recently introduced four new Fact Sheets and one new SOP to Penn's Chemical Hygiene Plan. All provide useful tips for better managing common, and often under-appreciated, issues in chemical-handling laboratories. Use the links below to see the Fact Sheets and SOPs or look for them in the <