Freida L. Carson, PhD, HT(ASCP)
Department of Pathology (retired), Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX

Christa Hladik, AA, HT(ASCP)^cm, QIHC
Neuropathology and Immunohistochemistry, UT Southwestern Clinical Laboratories, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, TX

Keywords: safety, hazards, tuberculosis exposure, cryogenic sprays, tissue waste, ergonomics, CJD

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• list at least 5 commonly used toxic chemicals, and identify their specific hazard(s).
• define ergonomics, and universal precautions.