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Foreign Soil Store

Introduction

The Foreign Soil Store provides facilities for the secure handling and
disposal of foreign soil and plant material, required under the terms of
our Foreign Soil Licence issued by DEFRA.

Equipment

This store is equipped with a fridge for storing samples and has more
than 30 linear metres of racking storage space, bench space and a sink
dedicated to foreign soil work.

Health and Safety

Bench space should be booked in advance. Only laboratory staff
and trained workers may use this facility. Users must ensure that the relevant
COSHH, Risk Assessment and Foreign Soil form(s) have been completed and
appropriate personal protection (lab coats, eye protection and disposable
gloves) is in place before any material is handled.

Great care must be taken when using the laboratory. Foreign soils
and plant materials have the potential to carry pests and disease. Recommended operating procedures must be sought before commencing work. The laboratory must always be left clean and tidy.