The College of Chemistry is a large research and learning institution comprised of many diverse people with diverse professions.  The College of Chemistry Health and Safety Manual attempts to organize environment, health and safety information applicable to every member of the College.  Therefore, depending on the type of work one performs (i.e. teaching, lab research, clerical, technical, shops, etc.) different sections and information will apply to different persons or job functions.

The tables below are meant to guide you to those sections of the manual which are most relevant to your work.  Descriptions of the major sections of the manual can be found in the manual's introduction -- Section 1.

1.  Safety Information that applies to EVERYONE
               (faculty, staff, students)

Section 2:  Responsibilities and Policies

Section 3:  Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)

Section 10:  Emergency Response Plan (Who Does It! Where to Find It! How to do It Safely!)

2. Safety Information that applies to MOST PEOPLE
 

• If you generate hazardous chemicals or debris that you need to dispose...

Section 6:  Hazardous Materials Disposal and Recycling Guidelines

• If you need safety guidelines for specific hazards in your workplace...

Section 7:  Campus/College Safety Guidelines and Safe Operating Procedures

• If you need technical safety information--i.e. interpreting an MSDS or choosing the right glove for  the job...

Section 8:  Technical Safety Information

• If you need a form to document safety training or to conduct a lab, shop or office safety inspection...

Section 9:  Forms and Checklists

 

3. Safety Information concerning work in labs or with hazardous chemicals or materials
 

• If you are a PI, Graduate Student, or Post Doctoral Associate working in a laboratory...

Section 5:  The Chemical Hygiene Plan

• If you are an Administrative, Shop or Technical Employee

Section 4:  The Hazard Communication Program