To prepare for, and to successfully conduct research safely at the ALS, follow these step-by-step guides.

How Do I..

Complete Safety Training?
Facility, beamline, and speciality training requirements.

Work with Biological Materials?

Identifying, planning for, and working with biological materials; following federal and institutional regulatory guidelines to minimize potential hazards and ensure users' health and safety.

Work with Chemicals?
Guidelines for the safe preparation, transport, use, storage and disposal of chemicals intended for experimental use at the ALS.

Bring and Use Electrical Equipment at the ALS?
All electrical equipment for use must meet safety requirements.

Get Authorization to Work with Lasers at the ALS?
Guidelines for bringing a laser or for using a laser system already in place at the ALS.

Determine What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Wear?
General, hazardous materials, and task-based PPE requirements.