Laboratories
Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Universities, and High Schools

Cashins & Associates:
Keeping Your Facility Compliant, Keeping Your People Healthy & Safe

We help your organization achieve safe, compliant, and efficient laboratory operations to protect your people, research, and reputation.

Laboratory environments present complex chemical, biological, and physical hazards that require well-designed safety procedures and vigilant oversight. A robust Lab Safety Program enables your organization to protect personnel, comply with OSHA, EPA, DEP, LEPC, fire departments, other agencies having local jurisdiction, and other regulations, and maintain smooth research operations without unnecessary risks or regulatory exposure.

Written procedures are only the beginning. Effective safety requires hands-on implementation and ongoing adherence across laboratory operations. Without consistent follow-through, even strong protocols can leave organizations vulnerable to citations, operational disruptions, and increased insurance or workers’ compensation costs.


At Cashins & Associates, we work with your team to develop Lab Safety Programs tailored to your specific hazards, workflows, equipment, and materials. Our solutions integrate with your operations and provide practical, achievable strategies for lasting safety and regulatory compliance.

Our Lab Safety & Industrial Hygiene Services: 


Laboratory Safety Auditing 

We conduct comprehensive evaluations of chemical handling, ventilation, housekeeping, emergency systems, and regulatory compliance. Each audit delivers a prioritized compliance roadmap to guide corrective actions. 


Laboratory Safety Plan Development 

Creation or revision of Chemical Hygiene Plans, Exposure Control Plans, and other laboratory-specific written programs aligned with regulatory requirements and operational realities. 


Chemical Inventory & Hazard Assessment 

Review, organization, and risk evaluation of chemical inventories to support safe storage, proper segregation, labeling and regulatory compliance. 


Ventilation & Exposure Control Evaluation 

Assessment of key engineering controls such as fume hoods, local exhaust systems, and airflow conditions to help ensure adequate protection for laboratory staff. 


Oversight of Program Implementation 

Support during rollout of new procedures, verification of proper adoption, and collaboration with lab managers to maintain program integrity. 


Lab Specific Safety Training 

We develop and deliver training for laboratory staff, new employees, and supervisors on chemical handling, emergency response, and other lab-specific requirements. 


Safety Committee Support 

Safety Committee Support includes managing and facilitating your safety committee meetings to ensure your group stays focused and meets key action-item deadlines. As part of this support, we help resolve challenging compliance issues, helping your organization maintain a proactive and effective safety culture.