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With the potential for fumes and contaminants to be present in laboratories, airflow\u2014and its proper distribution\u2014is a concern. In 2012, a germ lab at the Atlanta Centers for Disease Control (CDC) experienced ongoing issues with airflow systems designed to help prevent the release of infectious agents. More recently, a report from Lab News in the UK indicated more than 70 incidents at labs were investigated. A consultant interviewed for the article stated investment in the right airflow monitoring equipment can reduce risks.<\/p>\n
While the choice of airflow equipment may depend on the size and type of lab, monitoring airflow for contamination control is vital. From airflow measurement instruments to particle counters to fume hoods, the portfolio of products designed to sustain laboratory air quality is vast.<\/p>\n
OSHA offers guidance on laboratory safety, which includes engineering controls and air containment standards for specific chemical hazards. For laboratory directors and supervisors who are charged with maintaining the safe operation of the lab, vigilance\u2014coupled with well-chosen, reliable equipment\u2014will limit accidental exposures.<\/p>\n
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