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  • Source Collection and Threat Reduction (SCATR)

    January 27, 2023
    Radiation Safety will be participating in a Department of Energy (DOE) funded program called SCATR (Source Collection and Threat Reduction) and are reaching out to groups who maintain radioactive Sealed Source permits. The goal of the SCATR program is to collect and dispose of unwanted sealed sources. Participation in the program is voluntary and cost (if any) will be determined based on particip...
    Radiation safety sign

  • Safety Brief - Office Electrical Safety

    Environmental Health and Safety | January 27, 2023
    Almost everything in an office today operates on electricity. Electrical equipment is potentially hazardous if improperly used or maintained. Below are tips to keep your workspace safe from electrical hazards. Ensure all electrical equipment is certified by a nationally recognized laboratory and read all manufacturers’ instructions carefully.Conduct a monthly check for cracks, cuts, or abrasions ...
    Chart of safety protocol.

  • Safety Brief - Compressed Gas Cylinders

    December 1, 2022
    Safety Brief - Compressed gas cylinders can be very useful in numerous ways, but improperly storing them can lead to very serious hazards. Severe injuries and property damage can occur if not handled correctly. Here are some tips on how to properly store these cylinders.Proper Storage of Compressed Gas CylindersAlways store upright with caps over the valves.Cylinders should always be properly sec...
    Compressed gas cylinders can be very dangerous if they are not handled or stored properly.

  • Good Catch Spotlight - Explosive Compound

    October 18, 2022
    Your safety is our top priority. Students, faculty, staff, visitors and patients are encouraged to report conditions that they believe could have resulted in more serious consequences so proper actions can be implemented to prevent future injuries or property damage. A recent example of a Good Catch is listed below.Incident Title – Potentially Explosive Compound Found in Chemical Fume HoodInciden...
    Hood that states "do not touch hood"

  • Volunteers Help Beautify Jennings Hall Rain Garden

    October 13, 2022
    On Saturday, October 8, student volunteers joined Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) staff to clean and maintain the Jennings Hall rain gardens. Volunteers, including the Texnikoi Engineering Honorary and the Ecological Engineering Society, weeded, trimmed perennials and mulched 22 garden boxes during the annual fall event, which has taken place since 2013. The rain gardens were among the firs...
    Students participating in the Jennings Rain Garden Clean-Up.

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