Exposure should be limited to levels published by OSHA’s PELs and the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienist’s (ACGIH) TLVs. These levels should not be exceeded in the laboratories at Fort Lewis College when following recommended work practices. Chemical Hygiene / Laboratory Safety Responsibilities President of Fort Lewis College. The President has ultimate responsibility for chemical hygiene and laboratory safety at the college and must provide continuing support for the college’s programs. Faculty and the Chemical Hygiene Officer. These individuals play a crucial role in the support and efficiency of this program. Their responsibilities include the following: Work with other administrators and departments to further develop and implement appropriate chemical and laboratory policies and practices Supervise procurement, use and disposal of chemicals used in their labs Participate in audits and inspections Help students develop appropriate behaviors relative to chemical and laboratory safety Maintain proficiency in requirements regarding regulated substances Follow continuous improvement process relative to this program Laboratory Supervisors. Whether student, staff or faculty, has the overall responsibility for chemical safety in the laboratory, including the following; Ensure that students and lab workers know and follow the chemical hygiene rules, that protective equipment is available and maintained in good working order and that appropriate training has been provided and documented. Provide daily housekeeping inspections including periodic inspection and testing of emergency equipment. Provide constant, positive reinforcement of safe chemical and laboratory safety behaviors by students and lab workers. Keep current on legal requirements concerning regulated materials Determine appropriate type and kind of personal protective equipment (PPE) for general biology as well as for more hazardous chemical exposures. Insure PPE training is documented and used by students as required. Insure facilities and training for use of any new materials or hazards is adequate. Students and Lab Workers. Take responsibility for planning and conducting each task or lab according to the appropriate directions and proper lab safety protocols identified by the laboratory supervisor. Learn, develop and put into practices the safe work practices taught in the classroom or laboratory.
Exposure should be limited to levels published by OSHA’s PELs and the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienist’s (ACGIH) TLVs. These levels should not be exceeded in the laboratories at Fort Lewis College when following recommended work practices. Chemical Hygiene / Laboratory Safety Responsibilities President of Fort Lewis College. The President has ultimate responsibility for chemical hygiene and laboratory safety at the college and must provide continuing support for the college’s programs. Faculty and the Chemical Hygiene Officer. These individuals play a crucial role in the support and efficiency of this program. Their responsibilities include the following: Work with other administrators and departments to further develop and implement appropriate chemical and laboratory policies and practices Supervise procurement, use and disposal of chemicals used in their labs Participate in audits and inspections Help students develop appropriate behaviors relative to chemical and laboratory safety Maintain proficiency in requirements regarding regulated substances Follow continuous improvement process relative to this program Laboratory Supervisors. Whether student, staff or faculty, has the overall responsibility for chemical safety in the laboratory, including the following; Ensure that students and lab workers know and follow the chemical hygiene rules, that protective equipment is available and maintained in good working order and that appropriate training has been provided and documented. Provide daily housekeeping inspections including periodic inspection and testing of emergency equipment. Provide constant, positive reinforcement of safe chemical and laboratory safety behaviors by students and lab workers. Keep current on legal requirements concerning regulated materials Determine appropriate type and kind of personal protective equipment (PPE) for general biology as well as for more hazardous chemical exposures. Insure PPE training is documented and used by students as required. Insure facilities and training for use of any new materials or hazards is adequate. Students and Lab Workers. Take responsibility for planning and conducting each task or lab according to the appropriate directions and proper lab safety protocols identified by the laboratory supervisor. Learn, develop and put into practices the safe work practices taught in the classroom or laboratory.
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