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Lab Closeout & Decontamination

Our guidance helps with closeout of labs using chemical, biological, or radiological materials, including when there is a change of use, occupancy, or renovation.

Learn about:

  • Closeout responsibilities.
  • Material and equipment removal and decontamination processes.
  • Select lab area clean out and decontamination.
  • Potentially contaminated lab equipment maintenance.

Resources

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) - Decontamination and Disinfection, CDC BMBL Appendix B
Lab Equipment Decontamination Form
Lab Moveout or Renovation Guidelines
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Research Services - Decontamination and Sterilization
Potentially-Contaminated Laboratory Systems Work Guidelines

Department Contact

Office
617-496-3797
lab_safety@harvard.edu

Chiu Oan Ngooi
617-872-3730
chiuoan_ngooi@harvard.edu

Did You Know?

September is National Preparedness Month. Do you know where to find the emergency procedures (with specific emergency contacts) posted in your lab and what you would do if immediate action is needed? An online version of the general Emergency Response Guide for your campus is also available through the Emergency Guidance Program.