Tagged: Standard Operating Procedure

  • Lockout Tagout Procedure Template

    This template can be adapted and utilized by Ohio State departments when developing machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures.

    Lockout Tagout Procedure Template (Word Doc)

  • Field Research Safety Plan Template

    Field Research Safety Plan Template (Word Doc)

  • Mercury Elimination Program

    Mercury is a naturally occurring element that has often been used in laboratories, instruments, industrial and commercial equipment, and household items. Mercury can be released into the atmosphere by power plants through the combustion of coal. Mercury is toxic in all chemical forms. Once mercury is released into the environment, it can be transformed into methyl mercury, which allows it to bioaccumulate in the body.

    Health Issues

  • Pesticide Management

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the use of pesticides under the authority of two federal statutes: the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act provide the basis for regulations, sale, distribution, and uses of pesticides in the U.S. Also, FIFRA authorizes EPA to review and register pesticides for specific applications.

  • Indoor Flood Cleanup and Mold Remediation

    The purpose of this SOP is to outline proper methods for cleanup and disposal following an indoor water release (flood), which may result in damaged building materials. The prompt cleanup of water is necessary to minimize property loss and prevent microbial growth. This SOP also details proper methods for mold remediation if cleaning and drying was not successful or if mold is identified during initial inspection. It is also essential to identify and eliminate the source of moisture that has contributed to the water damage or mold growth as part of the remediation process.

  • Emergency Spill Response

    1. Minor Spill (< 100 microcuries)

      1. Notify: Notify persons in the laboratory or affected area that a spill has occurred.
      2. Shield the Source: Cover the spill with absorbent pads. If possible, the spill should be shielded, but only if it can be done without further contamination or without significantly increasing radiation exposure.

  • LS-2: Template for Laser Standard Operating Procedure

    These guidelines are intended to aid PIs and individual laser users in preparing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for lasers and laser systems. The information should be used as a guide to allow you to develop a SOP that is specific to your laser system. The SOP should include all lasers in a given laser system including alignment and pumping lasers.

    1. Introduction

      1. Laser location

  • RGD-3: Template for Radiation (x-ray) Producing Devices Standard Operating Procedures

    RGD-3: Template for Radiation (x-ray) Producing Devices Standard Operating Procedures (PDF)

  • Closing Out Radioactive Material Use Laboratories

    Closing Out Radioactive Material Use Laboratories

    1. Close-out of labs posted for use of RAM normally will be performed only by written request of the Approved Supervisor, the University Radiation Safety Officer (URSO) or the University Radiation Safety Committee (URSC).

    2. Upon receipt of a request or order to close out a lab, Radiation Safety (RS) staff will contact the Approved Supervisor and insure that the following tasks have been performed:

  • Chemical Inventory Maintenance and DHS Notifications of Possession of Chemicals of Interest

    Detail procedures to be implemented at The Ohio State University to maintain chemical inventories and submit required notifications to the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) when university facilities possess chemicals of interest (COI) at or above the standard threshold quantity. CFATS requires a facility possessing COI ≥ STQ to submit a Top-Screen report to the DHS within 60 days of acquisition.