Maricel T. Eguna, Ma. Ligaya S. Suico, Patrick John Y. Lim
Unique challenges pertaining to chemical safety exist for chemical laboratories in developing countries, not least of which are financial constraints that often leave safety concerns as the last priority. This brief article reports on chemical supply and storage predicament in an academic institution and outlines efforts designed to overcome these hurdles, inculcating a culture of safety among faculty, staff, and students in the process. © 2011 Division of Chemical Health and Safety of the American Chemical Society.
Department of Chemistry, University of San Carlos, Nasipit, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
