CSD Safety
Safety is central to the culture of Berkeley Lab. In the Chemical Sciences Division our research routinely involves the use of hazardous chemicals, high-powered high-harmonic lasers, rare radiological isotopes, and radiation-generating equipment. That is why Integrated Safety Management (ISM) is especially important to us and informs all the work we do. The objective of the Chemical Sciences Division Integrated Safety Management approach is to consistently perform work in a safe and environmentally sound manner. Working safely is simply a part of how we do our jobs and work to accomplish our mission.
If you have ANY safety-related questions, please feel free to reach out to Martin Neitzel, Division Safety Manager (mlneitzel@lbl.gov, x6169, (925) 768-1035).
Emergency! What to do
For Emergency Response to a serious or life-threatening injury or illness, call 911.
In an emergency, it is important to remain calm and assess the situation. Each emergency situation requires a different response depending on the nature of the emergency and its severity. Think through your response before you act, keeping your safety and the safety of others as your first priority. Below you will find links to valuable resources to help you plan for, manage, and report emergencies.
Emergency Reporting Contact Numbers - Google Docs.pdfReporting Emergencies – Who to call, how to report accidents or emergencies:
Emergency & Security Links – Important information in the event of an emergency
Building Evacuation Information
Building evacuation location maps are posted in all Chemical Sciences building lobbies and main hallways.
In the event that the building fire alarms activate, immediately evacuate the building.
Walk, do not run.
Do not use elevators.
Report to your assigned building assembly area.
Do not leave the assembly area until instructed to do so.
Safety Contacts
Martin Neitzel
Chemical Sciences Safety Manager
mlneitzel@lbl.gov
x6169
(925) 768-1035
Mabel Fong
Waste Generator Assistant
mwfong@lbl.gov
(510) 926-0560
John Heim
Division Liaison
JHeim@lbl.gov
x5216
(510) 486-5216
Josh Woods
HERL Facilities
JJWoods@lbl.gov
(510) 486-7982
HERL: x4622
Greta Toncheva
Laser Safety Officer
gitoncheva@lbl.gov
x2544
(510) 604-8476
Zhicheng (Dave) Zhang
Safety Technician
Ixzhang@lbl.gov
(510) 730-9496
Melanie (Mel) Alexandre
EHS Ergonomics Specialist
mmalexandre@lbl.gov
x6840
(209) 914-4588
Josh Ballesteros
Energy Sciences Area Infrastructure Manager
Ballesteros1@lbl.gov
(510) 326-5642
Safety Resources
Chemical Management System (CMS): CMS is the Lab’s primary chemical inventory system. From initial chemical purchase through chemical use and eventual disposal, CMS provides critical information about chemicals used at the Lab.
Chemical Safety: The EHS Chemical Safety Team provides chemical inventory management guidance and support, chemical safety consultation, chemical labels, peroxide test strips, and more.
Chemical Lifecycle Stewardship: ensures the responsible management of hazardous chemicals and gases entrusted to one's care - from acquisition to disposal
CSD Integrated Safety Management (ISM) Plan
EHS Directory – Complete contact information for all of the people that support the Chemical Sciences Division
Electronic Waste –
Emergency Response Guide – Information on preparing for and dealing with a wide variety of hazardous situations is provided in the red and orange Emergency Response Guides that can be found posted in hallways and laboratories. If your lab does not have an Emergency Response Guide or you would like more, please contact your Safety Coordinator or Environment Health and Safety Liaison.
Emergency
Status Information for Employees: 1-800-445-5830; status.lbl.gov
Ergonomics – Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory has an outstanding ergonomics program that is integrated into the division. Berkeley Lab’s extensive ergonomic safety program offers training, support, and equipment to help you avoid injuries in your office, laboratory, and at home.
General Employee Radiological Training (GERT)
Hazardous Waste – EHS Waste Management Group – website for links, contacts and instructions for handling your various types of waste
LabAlert – Set up your phone to receive emergency alerts from Berkeley Lab
Scientific Safety and Collaboration Alliance (SSCA)
Safety Coordinator / Division EHS Liaison / Health & Safety Rep
Training and Work Planning
Berkeley Lab Training – View your training profile and take required training
Safety Training – Available online and classroom training courses
Work Planning and Control – LBNL system for planning and executing work safely
The CSD Safety team supports Berkeley Lab’s mission by providing researchers and staff with professional, timely services and expertise.
Questions? Contact the CSD Safety Manager
Martin Neitzel, MLNeitzel@lbl.gov, 510-586-6169
Resources for CSD Office Personnel
Training
Authorization
Lab Overview
CSD Process
Reports
Useful Links