- Flammables, > 10 gallons need to be stored in flammable cabinet
- Compressed gas, oxidizers and flammables need to be at least 20 ft apart when not in use
- No daisy chaining extension cords
- Mercury thermometer exchange program
- Keep chemical inventories current and safety training up-to-date
Eye Wash Stations
- Need to be tested monthly
- run station for a few minutes, record that test was performed
- maintenance personnel regularly tests shower pull stations
- Do not block or impede access to eye wash stations
Construction Safety
In designated areas, when permission is granted:
- Hard hats, safety glasses, high-visible vest, steel toed boots
General awareness:
- Falling/fallen debris
- Trip hazards
- Broken glass
- Skip the headphones!
Word to the Wise
Maintenance, custodial and grounds
- Be aware of potential hazards when entering labs, read placards outside of lab
- Report unsafe chemical / waste storage
- Report unusual smells, evidence of spills etc ...
- Caution when removing inner-bags of trash cans
- Radiation lab tape, work outside of these areas
