This includes compiling an inventory of known asbestos containing building materials, performing surveys, air sampling, and abatement activity oversight. Industrial Hygiene is tasked to provide technical expertise for the promotion of the health and well-being of faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors from chemical, microbiological and physical health hazards present at or emanating from The University setting. This area covers general safety including accident and injury prevention. Training Within this area of responsibility safety and health related training is coordinated. Classes are routinely offered.
Video tapes are available on loan.
Safety literature is provided. Laboratory Safety Programs includes laboratory safety evaluations, fume hood testing, and biological waste disposal. Provides training in the areas of lab safety, bloodborne pathogens, and biological safety. Responsibilities also include the review of design plans for new and renovated laboratory space. Also assists in emergency response, especially those incidents involving biological materials.