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The Chemistry Laboratory (LQ) is a central multi-user facility structured to support all users with a suitable and safe environment for chemical manipulations (chemical reagents and samples), as well as supplies for the development of different activities. It is designed to receive temporary users conducting experiments on the beamlines, along with external and internal users. Additionally, it is equipped with the main equipment required for experiments of a predominantly chemical nature.

 

LQ DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND AVAILABLE INFRASTRUCTURE

The Chemistry Laboratory (LQ) was designed to provide users of the Sirius facilities ample and safe infrastructure for handling chemical reagents and different samples.

The main objective of the LQ is to centralize the handling of chemical substances, facilitating traceability and control. In addition, it is imperative to ensure that activities comply with the safety standards required by CNPEM, through training, technical support, and monitoring.

The facility will provide adequate and safe tools not only for handling chemical substances, but also for preparing and handling samples that will be analyzed at the various SIRIUS experimental facilities, both by external and internal groups.

The installation followed high quality standards, based on national and international safety standards.     

                                                                 

AVAILABLE INFRASTRUCTURE

 

CONTACT & STAFF

Coordination: Simone B. Betim
Tel.: +55 19 3518 3181
E-mail: simone.betim@lnls.br

Click here  for more information on this Facility team.

GENERAL RULES FOR USING THE LQ INFRASTRUCTURE

  • On-site training and use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
  • To access the LQ (Chemistry Laboratory), it is mandatory to wear lab coat (long sleeve), safety glasses and nitrile gloves. In addition to PPE, it is compulsory to wear suitable clothing (long pants and fully closed shoes that cover the back of the foot).
  • Declare all samples and reagents on the Safety Form according to the submitted proposal.
  • Chemical reagents and samples not declared on the Safety Form, as per the submitted proposal, will be prohibited. Changes and additions must be formalized in advance and authorized by the Safety Assessment Committee.
  • Only bring to the experimental facilities (beamlines) the materials necessary to conduct the experiments.
  • Any removal of chemical reagent or laboratory accessory from the LQ must be assessed and authorized by the person responsible for the infrastructure.
  • Reagents and samples should be temporarily stored for the duration of the experiments. After this period, the materials must be removed by the respective user.
  • Materials without proper identification will not be accepted. All samples and chemical reagents must be properly identified. Identification must be legible. Toxic or volatile materials will be stored in the fume hood.
  • Keep the LQ in working order, ensuring its organization and internal operating rules in accordance with safety guidelines and recommendations.
  • Only trained users, in person, will be authorized and have access to the LQ.