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Last year, a safety shower and eye wash station were added to the lab (in front of  REL 200 & 201). The additions of these safety devices were a necessary first step in the event of a chemical accident. Each device is easily accessible and properly marked with signs.  Also, we have eye wash station in REL 201, and a shower station in the PCTC Lab in SEM building.

The lab (REL 201 and 200) is also equipped with a first aid kit and an emergency procedure poster detailing the emergency procedures for Molten Asphalt and Cement Burns.

The safety and well being of our students, faculty and staff will always be a primary institutional goal at WRSC. WRSC strong presence in the area of safety is also illustrated by implementation of Environmental Health and Safety at UNR.

Laboratory Safety - Molten Asphalt Awareness

Inform your supervisor and seek for help.

In the event of a MOLTEN ASPHALT CEMENT BURN:

COOL the asphalt cement and effected part of the body immediately.

       Methods of cooling:

1.        Completely submerge affected area in ice water;

2.        Completely submerge affected area in tap water;

3.        Place affected area under running tap water.

Severity of Burn:

·          Minor Burns:    At first opportunity get victim to physician.
     Injuries to small areas of fairly insensitive flesh.
     Injuries involving a small quantity of asphalt cement.

·          Severe Burns:    Get victim to Hospital or Clinic immediately.
     Injuries to the head, face, or extremities.
     Injuries involving a large amount of asphalt cement.
     Evidence of fatigue or nausea.

Treatment for Shock:

1.        Contact Student Health center x6598

2.        Keep victim lying down with legs elevated.

3.        Keep victim warm and calm. (ie. - a blanket)

9-911

334-COPS