Transcript Physics, Math and Astronomy 2004 Safety Officer Meeting

Safety Officer 101
Laboratory Responsibility
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The lab’s faculty member has the overall
responsibility for all the lab activities
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Cal OSHA Requirements
 Injury
and Illness Prevention Program
 Laboratory Standard
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Day to day details are delegated to the
group’s Safety Officer
Role and Responsibilities
Provide Safety Information
 Interact with Division and Safety Office
 Provide Orientation and Training for
New Lab Members
 Technical Resource
 Group Emergency Coordinator
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Obtain Safety Information
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Material Safety Data Sheets
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www.hazard.com/msds
Chemical Hygiene Plan
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http://www.safety.caltech.edu/manuals/chemical
_hygiene_plan.pdf
Emergency Response Information
 www.safety.caltech.edu
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Emergency Information Signs
Maintained by Lab
Group
 Identify Hazards
 Emergency Contacts
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Interact with the
Division and Safety Office
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Incident Assessment
Semi Annual Safety
Survey
Hazardous Waste Issues
Recipient of New
Information
Resource for the Group
HEALTH AND SAFETY SURVEY
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES
Building:
Division:
EH&S Representative:
Group:
Safety Officer/Contact:
Date of First Survey:
Date of Second Survey:
This survey is being conducted to identify hazardous conditions and unsafe practices in the workplace. It is
our goal to help you correct those conditions or provide training whenever possible. Checked items, as well as
observations not easily categorized, may contain additional explanation below. Physical Plant Shops will be
sent a copy of this report if applicable.
YES NO N/A
CONDITION
YES NO N/A
CONDITION
EXITS:
1.
2.
Exits, aisles, corridors, and stairways clear of storage
and obstructions.
Exit signs and emergency lighting are present and
maintained.
15.
16.
Standard refrigerators do not contain flammable
liquids.
Hazardous material containers labeled.
HOUSEKEEPING:
ELECTRICAL:
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30 inch clearance around electrical panels.
Extension cords used for temporary purposes only.
Wiring in good condition and protected from damage.
Electrical outlets not overloaded.
Electrical equipment and operators protected in areas
prone to flooding.
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18.
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21.
STORAGE:
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11.
Clearance between storage materials and sprinklers /
ceilings.
Space between heating appliances and combustible
materials.
Core areas, electrical panel rooms, and mechanical
rooms are clear of combustible material and
equipment storage.
Gas cylinders secured at the top and bottom and
capped when not in use.
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24.
25.
EQUIPMENT:
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Cabinets and bookshelves secured for earthquakes.
The Institute’s emergency procedures are posted and
clearly visible.
Heavy objects and chemical bottles are restrained
from falling.
Access to safety showers and eyewashes is
unobstructed.
PERSONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY:
CHEMICALS AND HAZARDOUS WASTE:
Incompatible chemicals are not stored together.
Hazardous materials stored in secondary
containment or an approved cabinet (if over 10
gallons).
Refrigerators, freezers and other cooling devices
labeled as suitable or not suitable for storing
flammable liquids.
Floors are clean and free of projectiles and obstacles.
Chemical bottles stored off bench tops.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:
27.
Workers wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
as necessary.
Food and drink are not present in the lab areas.
Hoods in which protocols are performed are not
overloaded with materials.
Belt guards are on machinery. (e.g. vacuum pumps,
grinders).
Access to fire protection equipment is unobstructed
(e.g. fire extinguishers and hose cabinets).
COMMENTS:
Items noted in the
Location
Safety Survey:
Observations
Corrective Action (See Reverse of page 1)
Hazardous Waste
Tag/Date at first drop in
container
 Full Chemical Names
 Designate Haz Waste Pickup
Location
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Orientation and Training
for New Members
California Institute of Technology
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Researcher
SURF/MURF
Undergraduates
Visitors/Volunteers
Workplace Specific Safety Orientation Checklist for
Incoming Researchers
The Caltech Academic Divisions are concerned that all researchers know, understand, and observe
good safety practices and procedures. For your benefit and safety, we require that you complete this
safety checklist together with the safety officer in your laboratory. This must be done immediately!
Instructions
Please discuss the items on this sheet with the Safety Officer in your laboratory or with your mentor.
Check off the items or mark N/A if they do not apply to your research environment. (Note: The
Emergency Procedures section applies to all researchers).
Any researcher must receive work area specific safety training before starting a project in a
laboratory. Safety Training should:
 Discuss Emergency procedures
 Discuss available safety related resources including www.safety.caltech.edu
 Discuss lab specific hazards which may include processes, equipment, chemicals
and/or contact with animals
The researcher must provide the name of the group’s Safety Officer or Mentor, sign the form and
return it to the appropriate Division Office.
Personal Information
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Lab Safety 101
Researcher’s
First Name:
Researcher’s
Last Name:
Phone:
Email:
Position:
Safety Officer
Last Name
Lab Group
Safety Officer
First Name
Emergency Procedures
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Develop Check In/
Check Out Procedures
For Campus emergencies, dial 5000.
Location of the nearest emergency exit and alternate route.
Emergency assembly point for the building: ________________________
Location of fire extinguishers, eyewash and shower stations, first aid kits and pull stations.
Contents of the Caltech Emergency Response Guide.
Notify Safety Officer or supervisor of any injury/illness at work.
Campus Hot Line 1-(626) 395-3291 and 1-(888) 427-7465
Material Safety Data Sheets locations (http://www.safety.caltech.edu/msds.html).
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Trainings
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Training Schedule Available Online
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Lab Safety 101
Biohazards/Bloodborne Pathogens
Radiation/Laser Safety
Emergency Preparedness
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First Aid/ CPR classes
Fire Extinguisher Training
Pasadena Emergency Response Training (PERT)
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(Emergency Preparedness and Triage, Fire Suppression,
Light Search and Rescue)
http://www.safety.caltech.edu/services/training.html
Technical Resource
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Safety Bulletins
Identify technical resources
in your group/division
CALTECH ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND
SAFETY OFFICE
Hydrogen Gas – H2
Hydrogen (H2) is a colorless, odorless, flammable gas which is compressed to high
pressure. The flammable range of hydrogen is 4.0% - 75.0 % in air.
High-pressure leaks can ignite spontaneously and burn with a colorless flame. This
Safety Bulletin discusses precautions that should be taken when using
Hydrogen.
Safety Precautions for Hydrogen Use
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User training
o MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) on Hydrogen should be available
to anyone working with this gas, online versions can be obtained from
 www.hazard.com.
Safe Work Practices
o Select and use the correct regulator connector by checking the CGA
number.
 Incorrect connectors can sometimes be installed on inappropriate
gas cylinders.
 CGA 350 is the standard connector for Hydrogen.
o Check the overall condition of the regulator.
 Do not use a regulator that has been used for other gases.
 Leak test the connections.
o Never work on a pressurized system.
 If there is a leak, close the cylinder valve.
 Purge the system in a safe manner.
Handling and Storage
o Use adequate ventilation.
o Separate Hydrogen cylinders from oxygen, chlorine, and other oxidizers
by at least 20 feet (6.1 meters) or use an approved gas cabinet.
o Store only where temperatures will not exceed 125° F (52° C).
o The must be no sources of ignition in areas where Hydrogen is being
stored.
o Segregate empty cylinders from full cylinders.
o When a cylinder is not in use, screw the valve protection cap firmly in
place.
o Secure cylinders upright at the top and bottom. Adjust the cylinder racks
so that cylinders are tightly secured.
Personal Protective Equipment
o Wear safety glasses when handling any compressed gas.
o EH&S Can Help
o Contact us at x6727 if you need assistance with training on hazards,
proper storage, handling and emergency procedures, or if you have any
questions regarding the use of Hydrogen.
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25 Keith Spalding Building
PHONE (626) 395-6727 FAX (626) 577-6028
EMAIL [email protected]
WEBSITE www.safety.caltech.edu
Emergency Coordinator
Injuries
 Lab Emergency Action Plan
 Building Evacuations
 Floor Warden Duties
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What If Someone Gets
Injured?
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Make sure you are notified if injury occurs
Call Security at x5000 (626.395.5000)
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Serious Injuries – Paramedics will be called
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Non-Serious Injuries – Huntington
Occupational Health Clinic
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Transported to Nearest Available Emergency Room
Taxi Vouchers available through Security
Notify Workers’ Compensation at x4577
Student Health Center
Myths
Health Center handles all medical
emergencies
 Health Center treats employees
 Going to the Health Center is more
convenient
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Lab Specific Emergency Action
Plan
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Indentify Key Personnel
Create Group Phone Tree
Indentify Critical
Operations/Data
www.safety.caltech.edu/services/emergency.html
Building Evacuations
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All Buildings
Building Coordinators
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Assist in building evacuations
Maintain Trauma Bag
Communicate Building Needs
to Emergency Responders
Evacuation Locations
Safety Officer = Floor
Warden for your Lab Group
Floor Warden Duties
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Direct building occupants
to building emergency
assembly point
Collect information from
building occupants
Work with Building
Coordinator to relay info to
Emergency Responders
Safety Officer Tools
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www.safety.caltech.edu
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safety.caltech.edu/services/safetyofficers.html
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EHS Office
25 Keith Spalding
[email protected]
x6727
Questions???