It is the policy of the Center for MR Research to provide guidelines for the safe use and inventory control of the equipment and supplies in the electronics laboratory.

Purpose

I. Equipment and Supplies

A. Anyone borrowing tools from the electronics lab or machine shop must record his/her name, the date and the item borrowed on the Instrument/Tool Sign-Out Form located in the Electronics Laboratory. (See attachment)

B. Tools or instruments must be returned on the same day in order to best assure availability of the limited resources. If the item is needed for a longer time, approval from the Engineer for the Center for MR Research is required.

C. All tools must be returned to the original storage site after use.

D. Anyone using any components or parts from the lab must complete the Parts Order Form (See attachment) to replace the used components or parts. If the items are already in short supply (only one or two remaining), they are not to be used without first obtaining approval of the Engineer for the Center for MR Research or the Center Director.

E. All cabinets and drawers should be labeled to identify contents. If you use any unlabeled shelves or drawers, action should be initiated to label the storage area. Coordinate labeling with the Engineer for the Center for MR Research.

F. The door to the Electronics Laboratory must be locked upon completion of your work.

II. Safety

A. All users must be sure to turn off the power and/or unplug any instruments, power tools and soldering irons after use.

B. Safety glasses or other appropriate eye protection must be worn whenever required in the Electronics Laboratory.

C. Users must clean the area after finishing work, paying special attention to the counters and other work surfaces. Housekeeping is not responsible for cleaning these areas so all must assume responsibility for maintaining a clean shop.

D. Only qualified users may use the electronics laboratory instruments and tools. The Engineer for the Center for MR Research or an appointee shall provide appropriate instruction to any unqualified person prior to their use of the laboratory equipment