The fluid guard is manufactured from thermoformed polystyrene, non-sterile and easily snaps to the base of the filter plate. The unique design enables the guard to be applied manually or robotically to the plate. The guard serves to protect laboratory furniture and equipment from hazardous or radioactive materials. The fluid guard is manufactured from thermoformed polystyrene, non-sterile and easily snaps to the base of the filter plate. The unique design enables the guard to be applied manually or robotically to the plate. The guard serves to protect laboratory furniture and equipment from hazardous or radioactive materials.