This document is intended to provide a general overview of the activities and safe work practices
for use of the material testing, structural engineering, bulk materials, sub-zero science and
engineering, hydraulics/fluid mechanics, environmental and geo-technical laboratories for both
teaching and research applications. Due to the changing and broad aspects of these activities in
the lab, this document may not cover all possible risks at any one time. This safety manual is best
used as a guide and cannot be expected to be comprehensive in defining all risks. Common sense
and knowledge of safe work practices will be needed in ensuring safety for areas not covered by
this document.
It is mandatory that all individuals who perform work in this laboratory are familiar with and
understand this document as well as other training requirements set by the CE Department, their
instructors and lab supervisors. Fulfilling these requirements is a shared responsibility of the
instructors, teaching assistants, students and researchers, according to the specific work in the
lab.
When unsure about a laboratory activity or situation, students are required to seek guidance from
the instructor, teaching assistant or laboratory supervisor. Mr. Joe Eldring, M&IE and CE
Operations Engineer (EPS 132, 406-994-3260) is available to assist you in using the labs. Do
not hesitate to contact him.