Service dogs in the chemistry laboratory

Publication date: Available online 22 May 2015 Source:Journal of Chemical Health and Safety Author(s): Patricia Ann Redden The use of service dogs by individuals with disabilities is increasing, and their presence in the chemistry laboratory raises issues of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the needs of the individual chemist, and concerns about the safety of the dog and of other individuals in the laboratory. This paper addresses these issues and gives some guidelines for discussions with the dog's partner.
Source: Journal of Chemical Health and Safety - Category: Chemistry Source Type: research