Bloodborne Pathogens / Exposure Control Plan (November 2016)
Wilkes University is committed to providing a safe and healthful work environment
for our entire staff. In pursuit of this goal, the following exposure control plan
(ECP) is provided to eliminate or minimize occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
in accordance with OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1030.
Hazard Communication Program (October 2016)
This policy was created to ensure that information about the dangers of all hazardous
chemicals used by Wilkes University is known by all affected employees, the following
hazardous information program has been established. Under this program, you will be
informed of the contents of the OSHA Hazard Communications standard, the hazardous
properties of chemicals with which you work, safe handling procedures and measures
to take to protect yourself from these chemicals.
Regulated Waste Management Plan (November 2016)
The Regulated Waste Management Plan was implemented to designate administrative and
handling procedures to minimize (1) The possibility of employee, student and public
exposures to a waste hazard; and, (2) Release of various categories of regulated waste
into the environment. This Plan describes all requirements relative to regulated waste
generated onsite by Wilkes, including identification of all waste streams, proper
handling, labeling, containers, record keeping, storage practices, employee training
and disposal procedures.
Chemical Hygiene & Protocols
Chemical Hygiene Plan (November 2016)
This document outlines roles and responsibilities for key personnel, contains policies
and practices applicable to the entire campus, and provides an overview of the various
regulations applicable to operations in a campus laboratory. It also provides information
on other regulations such as fire codes, hazardous waste regulations, chemical shipping
requirements and other requirements pertaining to the use of hazardous chemicals in
the laboratory.
Chemical Management & Protocols (June 2017)
The goals of our Chemical Management System are the following: (1) To facilitate the
physical inventory of our laboratory chemicals through centralization and the use
of bar-coding technology (ChemSW); (2) To minimize chemical purchasing and waste disposal
costs; (3) To ensure that the hazards associated with the chemicals and chemical products
we import are properly identified and that the health and safety information is readily
available and accessible; and (4) To provide and maintain a safe and healthy environment
for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.ultimately.
Chemical Waste Labels
Use these labels to tag your waste chemicals. Contact the Chemical Hygiene officer for any questions or waste chemical pickup.
Chemical Inventory Sheet Template
Use this template to complete the Chemical Inventory for each labortory, studio or
facility.
Chemical Waste Pick-up Schedule
General Lab Safety Program
Instructor Safety Requirements for Science Laboratories and Art Studios (July 2013)
This document provides the information required for the student safety presentation.
All faculty who teach or oversee research in a science or engineering laboratory or
a visual or performing art studio are required to provide safety training to all students
attending their course or performing research in their facility. This also includes
faculty who conduct student "field work." Computer laboratories are excluded from
this requirement.
After Hours Access Policy for Art Studios and Science Laboratories (July 2013)
This document provides standard operating procedures for workers and students who
need to be in laboratories or studios after regular business hours.
Lab Safety Inspection Program (December 2014)
The scope of this program applies to all laboratory settings, activities and personnel
within the Science Department at Wilkes University, as defined below. This program
will be implemented in conjunction with the Wilkes University Chemical Hygiene, Biosafety
and Laser Safety Plans. All activities covered under these plans are intended to meet
compliance with applicable regulations and best practices (e.g. OSHA, American Chemical
Society, ANSI, etc.).
Emergency Eyewash & Shower Testing Program (January 2015)
The purpose of this program is to ensure that safety eyewashes and showers supply
clean, potable water and are in proper working order. This program applies to all
emergency eyewash and shower units in University buildings. This program defines guidelines
for inspection, testing and maintenance of emergency eyewash and shower equipment.
Biosafety Program
Shop/Studio Safety Program
Fieldwork Safety Protocol
Fieldwork Safety Protocol (June 2017)
Fieldwork is an important part of teaching and research at Wilkes University. Since
fieldwork activities take you off campus, this guide is intended to help you plan
and prepare for health and safety problems you might encounter in the field.
This fieldwork protocol is organized into several distinct sections. The first section
of this guide provides you with resources both on campus and outside the university.
The next section covers "Emergency Preparedness" to assist you before you leave, while
you are doing fieldwork and with emergency medical care. The following sections discuss
general safety information, vehicle and driver safety, sampling safety, and specific
safety plans
