Procedure for the handling of flammable products

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A version updated August 2025 is available in Swedish. The English version will be updated during the fall 2025.

Everyone at Uppsala University who comes into contact with flammable products in their work or studies must adhere to this procedure and applicable legislation.

The head of department/equivalent is, according to the head of department delegation guidelines, responsible for ensuring that flammable products are handled in accordance with applicable legislation and guidelines issued by Uppsala University. The head of department/equivalent is also the director for the handling of flammable products handled at the department/equivalent. To assist the head of department/equivalent is a chemical safety officer who is tasked with ensuring that guidelines and procedures regarding the handling of flammable products are followed.