Along with roof assessment information, custodial staff and area mechanics are providing valuable input relative to which building roofs need attention. This spring marked a large-scale event for Facilities Services personnel. We were challenged to search out, collect, and dispose of chemicals deemed to be out of date, unusable, or waste. Emphasis was placed on Building Maintenance areas, Custodial Services support areas, and Campus Services support areas. There are hundreds of chemicals and forms of chemicals utilized to maintain and operate ISU campus facilities.
Examples are paints, lubricants, cleaners, and solvents to mention a few.
As a result of operations and changing standards, many of the chemicals in use today become unusable tomorrow. What results is a collection of old, unused, and waste chemicals, which are in need of proper disposal. To date, we have assessed all building mechanical areas and Campus Services support areas, removing and disposing of old chemicals. Efforts are ongoing to complete identification, collection, and disposal of chemicals within Custodial Services support areas. With attention for providing a safe environment for staff and customers, I want to thank all personnel who have contributed to a successful outcome.