Safety Office

Health and Safety Publications

Welcome to the Health and Safety Division publications catalogue.

Policies and Codes of Practice and Leaflets are all listed below, although access via this website is restricted to Cambridge University staff and students.

Policies and Codes of Practice can be downloaded or they can be ordered. Most leaflets need to be ordered.

To order publications tick the appropriate box/boxes of those publications you wish to receive, proceed to the bottom of the page, click the order button and complete the contact information page. Status verification may be required before your request is fulfilled.

If you cannot find what you are looking for, then please contact us on 01223 333301 or via email: safety@admin.cam.ac.uk

Leaflets

Biological Information

HSD102BDealing with threats by post (including Chemical, Biological and Radiological) (rev 1)Sep 2010
HSD106BBiological Safety - The 'Numbers Game' (rev 1)Sep 2010
HSD111BControl of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) - Biological Agents Hazard Groups (rev 2)Nov 2011
HSD164BAutoclaves: Validation and Monitoring (rev 1)Sep 2010
HSD165BSchedule 5 - Anti-Terrorism Crime and Security Act (rev 1)Sep 2010
HSD173BWaste Inactivation Validation Sep 2010
HSD175BLegionella Awareness, Frequently asked QuestionsJan 2011

Chemical Hazards Information

HSD103CFume Cupboard Users, 12 Rules (rev 3)Nov 2012
HSD115CLocal Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) (rev 3)Nov 2012
HSD120CWorking with Wood (rev 3)Nov 2012
HSD121CCompressed Gases – A User’s Survival GuideNov 2012
HSD123CEthidium Bromide User Guidance (rev 2)Jan 2013
HSD124CHandling of Peroxides and Peroxide-forming Chemicals (rev 2)Nov 2012
HSD131CA Guide to Hazardous Substance Risk Assessment (rev 3)Nov 2012
HSD147CNanoparticles - Safety Guidance Notes (rev 3)Nov 2012
HSD168CGlove Selection, Guidance for Handling Chemicals (rev 2)Nov 2012
HSD176CAcid Piranha Solution: User GuidanceSep 2011
HSD177CAcetylene Gas: User GuidanceFeb 2012
HSD178CHydrofluoric Acid: User GuidanceFeb 2013
HSD179CCyanides: User GuidanceMar 2013

Emergency/First aid Information

HSD110ESafety Stations (Integral eye wash and drench units) - The Good Practice Guide (rev 5)Dec 2012
HSD117EAccidents and Incidents (1) – Reporting Categories (rev 4)Dec 2012
HSD118EAccidents and Incidents (2) – How to report them (rev 4)Dec 2012
HSD119EChecking the Fit of your Face Mask (rev 2)Dec 2010

Miscellaneous Information

HSD104MRisk Assessment for Expectant and Nursing MothersJul 2004
HSD105MPatrolling Scientific Departments (rev 3)Apr 2013
HSD107MThe Consultative Committee for Safety - Information for new members of the Committee (rev 2)Feb 2009
HSD108MSafety MattersNov 2008
HSD109MHealth and Safety in the University - Information for New Departmental Safety Officers (rev 2)Apr 2009
HSD112MSafety Audits, Inspections (rev 3)Nov 2011
HSD122MYour Responsibility for Safety (rev 2)Jan 2009
HSD125MRisk Assessment, COSHH, Safe Systems of Work and Safety Data sheets. What's the Difference? (rev 2)Sep 2011
HSD126MHealth and Safety in the University - Information for New Departmental Administrators (rev 2)Mar 2012
HSD128MHealth and Safety in the University - Safety for Directors of Study (rev 1)May 2007
HSD129MHealth and Safety in the University-Safety for Students (rev 1)Apr 2009
HSD130MDriving at Work - A Brief Guide for Administrators and Managers (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD132MH&S Guidance on the use and Siting of Photocopiers & similar equip (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD133MPermits to Work (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD138MStrategy for Safety Management superseded by Grant Thornton audit (copy available on request)Feb 2009
HSD139MAnnual Report of the Health and Safety Executive CommitteeDec 2011
HSD140MGuidance on Managing Security Involving Visitors and Contractors (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD150MLittle Green Safety BookJan 2008
HSD151MDriving at Work (rev 2)Feb 2009
HSD153MIndividual Safety Training Record (rev 1)Aug 2010
HSD154MCompetent and Safe (rev 1)Jan 2009
HSD155MWorkplace WorkoutApr 2007
HSD156MVocational Training (rev 3)Apr 2010
HSD157MInformation and contacts for EM Project Managers (rev 1)Jul 2009

Physical and Workplace Hazards Information

HSD101PElectrical Safety, 12 Rules (rev 2)Nov 2012
HSD116PWorking Safely with Display Screen Equipment (DSE) - Desktop General Guidance (rev 1)Apr 2013
HSD149PManual Handling (rev 3)Apr 2013
HSD152PWorking Safely at Height (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD161PWorking Safely with Display Screen Equipment (DSE) - Portable DSE (rev 1)Apr 2013
HSD174PGuidance for the use of Electrical Adaptors and ExtensionsJul 2011

Radiation Information

HSD113RWorking Safely with Artificial Sources of Ultraviolet Radiation (rev 2)Oct 2012
HSD114RUltraviolet Radiation in Biological Applications (rev 2)Oct 2012
HSD146RLeak Testing of Sealed Sources (rev 1)Apr 2011
HSD158RModel Local Rules: Laboratory Work involving Radioactive Substances (rev 3)Aug 2011
HSD159RDecommissioning of Laboratories used for Work with Unsealed Radioactive Sources (rev 3)Oct 2011
HSD160RTritium Wipe TestsAug 2007
HSD166RPreparing for (and surviving!) an Environment Agency InspectionJan 2013
HSD167RTransport - Wipe TestsOct 2008
HSD189RNaturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM)Mar 2012
HSD191RIncineration of Waste at Addenbrooke's HospitalApr 2013

Policies and Codes of Practice


Biological Information

HSD006BAnimal Allergy including that to Laboratory AnimalsMay 2004
HSD027BDisposal of Biological/Clinical Laboratory WasteApr 2004
HSD028BSafe Biological Practice (SBP) for Prevention and Control of Exposure to Biological Agents in the LaboratoryJul 2004
HSD057BHow to Transport Biological Samples, Cultures and Other Scientific/Research-Related Items (rev 1), plus ACDP Transport of TSE Infected MaterialJun 2010

Chemical Hazards Information

HSD002CHazardous Substances Policy (rev2)Sep 2011
HSD009CRespiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) - Its Selection and Use (rev 2)Dec 2012
HSD011CWorking with Man Made Mineral Fibres (rev 3)May 2013
HSD018CDisposal of Chemical and Laboratory Waste Policy (rev 2)May 2012
HSD019CSafe Chemical Practice (rev 4)Sep 2011
HSD021CList of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Substances Toxic to Reproduction (rev 1 - no changes)Mar 2009
HSD026CWorking Safely with Carcinogens, Mutagens and Substances Toxic to Reproduction (rev 1)Oct 2007
HSD029CThe Safe Use of Laboratory Ducted Fume Cupboards (rev 2)May 2011
HSD030CHazardous Substance Risk Assessment Form (rev 2)Oct 2010
HSD032CCompressed Gas User Guidance (rev 1)Sep 2011
HSD033CCOSHH Health Record Form (rev 2)Dec 2011
HSD034CUse of Latex Disposable Gloves (rev 1)May 2013
HSD037CMercury: Guidance on Safe Use and Management of Contamination in University Departments (rev 2)Oct 2011
HSD041CLatex Initial Health Assessment Questionnaire (rev 1)May 2013
HSD042CLatex Annual Health Assessment Questionnaire (rev 1)May 2013
HSD051CSafe Storage of Hazardous Chemicals in Stockrooms Workshops and Laboratories (rev 1)Sep 2011
HSD053CReduced Oxygen Atmospheres Resulting From the Use of Cryogens or Compressed Gases in the Work Place (rev 1)Jan 2013
HSD059CGlove Selection Guidance (rev 1)Mar 2013
HSD060CCarbon Nanotubes and other Synthetic Insoluble Fibrous Nanoparticles (rev 1)Nov 2011
HSD067CRespiratory and Skin SensitisersApr 2010
HSD068CChemical Spillage GuidanceDec 2012
HSD070CLaboratory Working with Chemicals: Lone Working Risk AssessmentDec 2012
HSD071CEye Protection for Handling Chemicals: Guidance for Provision and UseJan 2013

Emergency/First aid Information

HSD008EFirst AidJun 2001
HSD020EAccident, Dangerous Occurrence and Report Form (rev 2)Dec 2012
HSD023EFirst Aid - Special Hazards 1 - Hydrofluoric Acid (rev 2)Jan 2013
HSD024EFirst Aid - Special Hazards 2 - Cyanide (rev 2)Jan 2013

Miscellaneous Information

HSD003MWhere Children and Young Adults may Visit, For the Use of Depts
HSD004MEating and Drinking in the Workplace with Particular Reference to Laboratories and Workshops (rev 2)Apr 2013
HSD015MManaging Contractors Safely (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD016MUniversity Health & Safety PolicyOct 2011
HSD022MVacating Premises (rev 3)Feb 2011
HSD031MTravel at Work (rev 4)Mar 2011
HSD038MPermit to Work (rev 2)Feb 2011
HSD039MWorking Away from Cambridge (rev 1)Feb 2009
HSD040MSafety Education and Training Policy (rev 2)Apr 2010
HSD044MRisk Assessment Handbook (rev 2)Nov 2010
HSD045MRisk Assessment FormsNov 2010
HSD052MLone Working (rev 1)Apr 2010
HSD056MWorking Out of Hours (WOOH) Guidance (rev 1)Apr 2013
HSD062MWorking Safely in Confined SpacesDec 2010
HSD063MRisk Assessment Long FormOct 2008
HSD065MHealth and Safety InductionOct 2010

Physical and Workplace Hazards Information

HSD001PWorking Safely with Electricity (rev 3)Dec 2012
HSD005PDisplay Screen Equipment (DSE) (rev 2)Mar 2013
HSD012PLadders and Access Equipment (rev 4)Feb 2011
HSD046PPressure Equipment (rev 2)May 2011
HSD047PLifting Equipment (rev 2)Aug 2011
HSD050PControl of Hand Arm Vibration at Work (rev 1)Dec 2011
HSD069PManual Handling Risk Assessment Form and GuidanceDec 2012

Radiation Information

HSD007RManagement of Work with Ionising Radiations (rev 3)Oct 2012
HSD010RWorking Safely with Unsealed Radioactive Sources (rev 3)Oct 2012
HSD013RSafe Use of Lasers (rev 4)Sep 2012
HSD014RSafe Use of Artificial Sources of Ultraviolet Radiation (rev 2)Oct 2012
HSD017RWorking Safely with Radiation Generators (rev 1)Jan 2011
HSD025RTransport and Movement of Radioactive Materials (rev 3)Oct 2009
HSD035RBest Available Techniques for Radioactive Waste Disposal (rev 4)Oct 2012
HSD054RLaboratory standards for areas where radioactive substances are used or stored, or where radioactive waste is accumulated or disposed (rev 3)Feb 2012
HSD064RArtificial Optical Radiation PolicyMay 2010
HSD066RWorking Safely with Sealed Radioactive Sources (rev 3)Mar 2012