Cindy,

If the specimens are fixed in a formaldehyde solution, most like 10%
neutral buffered formalin which is 4% formaldehyde, then they must be
wearing splash goggles, impervious lab coat or apron and gloves.  I have
included the exact verbiage from the OSHA standard below for reference
but for more information you can consult the OSHA formaldehyde standard
here
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&
p_id=10075 .

"All contact of the eyes and skin with liquids containing 1 percent or
more formaldehyde shall be prevented by the use of chemical protective
clothing made of material impervious to formaldehyde and the use of
other personal protective equipment, such as goggles and face shields,
as appropriate to the operation."

Hope this helps.
 
Jason Burrill
Manager, Histology
Charles River Laboratories
251 Ballardvale Street
Wilmington, MA 01887
Ph: 781-222-6152
Fax: 978-988-8793
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Cindy Honegger
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Subject: [DCHAS-L] Safety Glasses & Dissection

The Human Biology Professor here has asked me about requirements for 
Safety Glasses when students are dissecting preserved specimens.  In 
past we have not required them, does anyone have a guideline or 
recommendation for me?

Thanks,

Cindy
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Cynthia Honegger
Chemistry/Biology Stockroom Manager
Illinois Wesleyan University

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