What is a cold room?
Cold rooms are walk-in spaces that keep materials (typically for research purposes) below room temperatures. In most cases, the air in these rooms are 100% recirculated. Old air is not exhausted, or no new air is introduced unless the door to the room is opened. Due to this, cold rooms present unique hazards and guidelines must be followed to ensure safety.
Safety Tips:
The Ohio State University and the Central Ohio American Society of Safety Professionals are hosting the Annual OSHA® Safety Day.
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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.
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 Cylinders
Always store upright with caps over the valves.
Cylinders should always be properly secured at all times to prevent falling or rolling.
Do not store incompatible gas cylinders (flammables/oxidizers).
Box cutters can be very convenient tools that are easy to use. However, just because they are simple does not mean they are not hazardous. Follow the tips below to ensure you are handling these sharp objects safely!
Safety Tips
Lift Smart - Think, Then Start!
Lifting heavy items is one of the biggest causes of injury in the workplace.
Improper heavy lifting can lead to:
The key to good housekeeping is "maintaining."
Organizing and cleaning should be done regularly, not just when absolutely necessary. The risk of injuries and accidents greatly decreases when performing a regular cleanup.
Poor Housekeeping Results:
A chemical fume hood is type of local ventilation device designed to limit exposure to hazardous or toxic fumes, vapors, or dusts. There are different types of chemical fume hoods with certain rules that should be followed.
SASH HEIGHT
Keep the sash opened no further than 16-17 inches above the air foil. Typically, there is an arrow indicating where the sash should be opened to when working in the fume hood.
PROPER USAGE
Hazards exist in every workplace. Know the basics of how to protect yourself from all types of health and safety risks. In this edition of the Environmental Health & Safety brief, learn why it’s important to always wear your Personal Protective Equipment.
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EHS provides a variety of safety resources and services to maintain a safe working environment, no matter where you work!
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