Lithium Battery Safety: Proper Use and Disposal
Learn six simple ways to safely charge, use and recycle lithium-ion batteries, and prepare for North Carolina’s new disposal requirements taking effect December 1, 2026.
Learn More about Fire Prevention Week 2026 – Charge Into Fire Safety
New and Updated Resources for Labs
Duke OESO has posted some new and updated resources for labs!
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Lab Safety Recognition Program
Duke Occupational & Environmental Safety Office (OESO) is excited to reopen nominations for the Lab Safety Recognition Program!
Learn More about Inviting Nominations for Fall 2026
SSFP Transition to Emergency Evacuation Plan (EEP)
Phased transition from Site-Specific Fire Plan (SSFP) to Emergency Evacuation Plan (EEP) to modernize, simplify, and maintain compliance standards beginning June 15.
Learn More about Regulatory Update
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BMAT (Bedside Mobility Assessment Tool)
The BMAT is a tool designed for nurses to assess patient mobility in acute care. The BMAT allows nurses (and other healthcare workers) to determine the appropriate patient handling and mobility equipment or device to safely move or mobilize the patient.
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Chemical SOPs and Guidelines
The Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Guidelines describe safe handling for various chemical hazard classes and some commonly-used chemicals.
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COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 Research
OESO must review all studies that involve the collection or use of COVID-19 specimens.
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Shipping Hazardous Material from Campus
How to comply with federal shipping regulations.
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Biological Materials Reporting System
The Biological Materials Reporting System (BMRS) is an intuitive tool designed with input from Duke laboratory staff.
Learn More about Biological Materials Reporting System