Tagged: Safety Brief

Winter Safety Tips

Here are some helpful safety tips and useful items that you can pack if you are traveling or on the road during this winter season.

Heat Check

How heat index affects the body

Known as the “feels-like” temperature, this takes into account both air temperature and humidity. It reflects how hot it actually feels to the human body. Refer to the heat index temperatures below for guidance.

Temperature zones:

• Danger (>95°F)

  • Conditions are dangerous! Heat-related illness can develop faster and be more serious.

• Warning (85-90°F)

Flammable Storage Cabinets

Think Before You Store

Flammable storage cabinets are essential for laboratory and shop safety, designed to protect flammable liquids from external fire sources. Properly storing only the appropriate materials, within regulated quantities, is key to a safe working environment. For more information, contact EHS.

Selecting the right eye protection.

See Safety Clearly

Protecting your eyes is crucial in any workplace or activity where hazards exist. Choosing the right type of eye protection depends on the types of hazards present. Selecting the appropriate equipment ensures compliance with safety regulations and, most importantly, prevents injuries.

Right Equipment, Right Protection

Chemical Fume Hoods or Biosafety Cabinets

Understanding when to use a chemical fume hood versus a biosafety cabinet (BSC) is critical for maintaining both personal and environmental safety. Here is a quick guide, but note that this guidance does not apply to every situation. Refer to your specific protocols or consult with EHS.

Nanotechnology Safety

Nanotechnology: Small Particles, Big Precautions

Nanotechnology involves the manipulation and control of materials at a very small scale, typically between 1 and 100 nanometers. Due to their small size, they exhibit unique properties that have many potential benefits, but also present distinct health risks with exposure. 

3D Printing

Clear the Air: Importance of Ventilation for Your 3D Printing Space

3D printing, particularly using materials like plastics (PLA, ABS, nylon) and resins, can release potentially hazardous fumes and particulates into the air. Effective ventilation and fume management are essential for protecting the health and safety of 3D printer users.

Two things to note:

Pedestrian Safety

Walking the line: Pedestrian safety in construction zones

Campus pedestrians can stay safe around construction zones by staying alert and following posted signs and barriers. It is essential to stay aware of your surroundings. Adhere to these safety guidelines to help ensure a safer environment for everyone on campus.

Two things to avoid:

As we enter into the spring season where tornadoes become a more serious threat, here are some safety precautions to know in the event of a tornado:

Hot work is one of the leading causes of construction fires.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, an average of 4,440 structure fires each year result from hot work. Below are some practices that hot work operators and site personnel should abide by to safeguard their construction site: