Laboratory Safety

When a medical error occurs, the investigation should start with why the mistake happened and examine the systems and processes before...Read More »

Someone’s always checking for compliance when it comes to fire safety, especially in healthcare facilities. Naturally, that includes several...Read More »

Did you read the stories from the May MEU, and how well do you remember them? Test your knowledge with this short quiz.Read More »

Risks in the laboratory can be split into two categories, says Sean G. Kaufman, CEO and founding partner of the lab safety...Read More »

Did you read the stories from the March MEU, and how well do you remember it? Test your knowledge with this short quiz.Read More »

When sending specimens outside the lab for testing or other purposes, there are many things to consider. Not just anyone in the laboratory can...Read More »

Pete picked up a rack of specimens that needed to be delivered to the serology lab across the hall. He wore gloves because he was handling...Read More »

Pete picked up a rack of specimens that needed to be delivered to the serology lab across the hall. He wore gloves because he was handling...Read More »

The one thing healthcare isn’t short on is data. The industry has data coming in from all directions, but that’s not always a perfect scenario—...Read More »

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) urged healthcare employers to address a spike in workplace illnesses and injuries among...Read More »