Reference: Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan

OSHA initiated the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) in 1992 to eliminate or minimize occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (i.e., Hepatitis B Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, Human Immunodeficiency Virus).  Exposures to Bloodborne pathogens can be minimized or eliminated using a combination of engineering and work practice controls, personal protective clothing and equipment, training, medical surveillance, Hepatitis B vaccination, signs and labels, and other provisions.

Training Requirements:

• Annual bloodborne pathogen training must be within 10 working days of employment.  Contact REM for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Documentation Requirements:

Posting Requirements:

• Abbreviation, Acronyms, and Chemical Formulas Key  if chemical names are not fully spelled out.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
• Laboratory Door Posting (from page)
• Restricted Access Areas Stickers  (As Required) - Biohazards; Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, Or Other Toxic Chemicals; Radioactive Materials; Radiation Areas; X-Rays; Lasers (see CHP Manual, Administrative Controls, page 18)

Reference: Chemical Hygiene Plan Manual*

The Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) was developed by to comply with the OSHA Laboratory Standard (29 CFR 1910.1450) requirement to ensure that the necessary work practices, procedures and policies are implemented to protect laboratory employees from all potentially hazardous chemicals in use in their work area.  The CHP serves as the written document for laboratories using chemicals at Purdue University and applies to all personnel at Purdue University's West Lafayette Campus, Regional Campuses, University research farms, agricultural centers, and related facilities and operations engaged in the laboratory use of hazardous chemicals.

The CHP is a regular, continuing effort, not a standby or short-term activity.  Departments, divisions, sections, or other work units engaged in laboratory work whose hazards are not sufficiently covered in this written CHP manual must customize it by adding their own sections as appropriate (e.g. standard operating procedures, emergency procedures, identifying activities requiring prior approval K).  The CHP also contains several  appendices that will be useful in ensuring compliance with its requirements.  Contact REM for additional information about the CHP.

Training Requirements:

• Read and follow instructions in the CHP Manual.  Training available upon request from REM's Industrial Hygiene section.

Documentation Requirements:

• Purdue Chemical Hygiene Plan Awareness Certification (CHP Manual, page i)
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).

  • Appendix A1 (Single Task)
  • Appendix A2 (Position/Title)
  • Appendix A3 (Location) - best suited to most laboratory environments
  • Hazard Assessment Template
• Personal Protective Equipment Certification of Training (or PPE Policy, Appendix B, page 10)

Posting Requirements:

• Abbreviation, Acronyms, and Chemical Formulas Key
    if chemical names are not fully spelled out.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
• Laboratory Door Posting (from page)
• Restricted Access Areas Stickers  (As Required) - Biohazards; Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, Or Other Toxic Chemicals; Radioactive Materials; Radiation Areas; X-Rays; Lasers (see CHP Manual, Administrative Controls, page 18)

*The CHP does not apply to the laboratory uses of hazardous chemicals that have no potential for employee exposure or the use of hazardous chemicals which do not meet the definition of laboratory use.  The laboratory uses of chemicals not covered by the CHP are subject to the full provisions of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) and the Purdue University Right-to-Know Program.

Human Subjects Laboratories

Reference: Committee on the Use of  Human Research Subjects

The mission of the Committee on the Use of  Human Research Subjects is to protect the privacy, safety, welfare, and rights of human research subjects through a thorough evaluation of recruitment procedures, informed consent processes, and analyses of the risks to the subjects relative to the benefits of the research. Federal, State and University regulations require that the Committee on the Use of Human Research Subjects review all research involving human subjects that is:

• Sponsored by Purdue University
• Conducted by or under the direction of any employee or agent of Purdue University in connection with his or her institutional responsibilities
• Conducted by or under the direction of any employee or agent of Purdue University or using institutional property or assets
• Facilitated by the use of the institution's non-public information to identify or contact subjects or prospective subjects

Refer to the above referenced web site for program specific training, documentation, and posting requirements.

Reference: Laser Safety Guidelines

Purdue University Laser Safety Committee developed the Laser Safety Guidelines with the purpose of providing individuals using lasers information on laser hazards, laser-related policies and procedures, recommendations for the safe use of lasers, and laser safety training.  It has been designed to provide the basis for safe laser use in the research and teaching environment without placing excessive burdens of cost or use restrictions on those responsible for laser operations.  Much of the information contained is based on the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) for Safe Use of Lasers (ANSI Z136.1-2000) and is the accepted standard for laser safety in the United States.  The Laser Safety Guidelines also contains appendices with tables and forms needed to comply with the Laser Safety Guidelines.  If you need additional information or assistance, contact any member of the Committee, or the REM Laser Safety Officer.

Training Requirements:

• Read and follow instructions in Laser Safety Guidelines.  Training available upon request from REM's Radiation Safety section.

Documentation Requirements:

• APPENDIX C1
  Form LU-1: Application for Use of Laser Facility
• APPENDIX C2
  Form LU-2: Laser User Application
• APPENDIX C3
  Form LS-1: Laser System Registry
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).

  • Appendix A1 (Single Task)
  • Appendix A2 (Position/Title)
  • Appendix A3 (Location) - best suited to most laboratory environments
  • Hazard Assessment Template
• Personal Protective Equipment Certification of Training (or PPE Policy, Appendix B, page 10)

Posting Requirements:

• See Laser Safety Guidelines (Equipment Labels and Area Posting Signs, page 9)
• Abbreviation, Acronyms, and Chemical Formulas Key  if chemical names are not fully spelled out.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
• Laboratory Door Posting (from page)
• Restricted Access Areas Stickers  (As Required) - Biohazards; Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, Or Other Toxic Chemicals; Radioactive Materials; Radiation Areas; X-Rays; Lasers (see CHP Manual, Administrative Controls, page 18)

Reference: Personal Protective Equipment (Policy)

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policy implements the requirements of OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.132 thru 29 CFR 1910.140.  The policy applies to the use of PPE in all laboratories at the West Lafayette Campus, regional Campuses, University Research Farms and Agricultural Centers, related facilities and operations.  Purdue University policy is that personal protective equipment be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition.  PPE such as protective clothing, respiratory devices (respirators), shields, and barriers shall be used to protect against chemical, radiological, biological, or mechanical hazards and irritants capable of causing injury or impairment through absorption, inhalation, or physical contact. 

Hazard assessment is the process (required by law) of identifying the hazards associated with a defined task and prescribing personal protective equipment along with other relevant protection measures which must be employed to reduce the risk from the hazards.  The supervisor shall assess each work assignment to determine if hazards are present or likely to be present and require the use of personal protective equipment.  The PPE policy contains appendices with tables, required forms, and the Guidelines For Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Selection to help with the hazard assessment process.

Training Requirements:

• The supervisor shall provide adequate training to each employee who is required to use PPE as per the PPE Policy.

Documentation Requirements:

• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3* [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
  • Appendix A1 (Single Task)
  • Appendix A2 (Position/Title)
  • Appendix A3 (Location) - best suited to most laboratory environments
  • Hazard Assessment Template
• Personal Protective Equipment Certification of Training (or PPE Policy, Appendix B, page 10)

Posting Requirements:

• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3* [depending on situation], pages 7-9).

• "Worker Protection Standard Training and Information Verification" is completed and signed by the trained handlers and a copy is kept on file in their departmental business office and REM.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).

  • Appendix A1 (Single Task)
  • Appendix A2 (Position/Title)
  • Appendix A3 (Location) - best suited to most laboratory environments
  • Hazard Assessment Template
• Personal Protective Equipment Certification of Training (or PPE Policy, Appendix B, page 10)

• Protect Yourself from Pesticides Poster
• Pesticide application record (last 30 days)
• Warnings to pesticide treated areas
• Abbreviation, Acronyms, and Chemical Formulas Key  if chemical names are not fully spelled out.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
• Laboratory Door Posting
• Restricted Access Areas Stickers  (As Required) - Biohazards; Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, Or Other Toxic Chemicals; Radioactive Materials; Radiation Areas; X-Rays; Lasers (see CHP Manual, Administrative Controls, page 18)

• Current regulations require that individuals using sources of ionizing radiation have appropriate training prior to the initiation of any work. Basic training in the areas of radiation safety and emergency procedures is provided by REM.
• The following are the different types of training sessions offered. Please contact REM for the training schedule and to ensure that you attend the appropriate session for your needs.

  • Unsealed radioisotopes (H-3, P-32, S-35, etc.) with the potential for contamination.
  • Sealed sources (Co-60, Cs-137, etc.) with no potential for contamination.
  • Use of the gamma irradiator.
  • Diagnostic x-ray (PUSH, Vet School) use.
  • Analytical x-ray use.
  • Nuclear gauge use and DOT requirements.

• Radioactive Waste Pickup Request
  WWW Submission Form or Faxable HTML File
• Form A-1  Project Summary & Evaluation for Use of Radioactive Materials and Radiation Producing Devices (New/Amend Project Form)
• Form A1-S   Radiation Facility Approval Request (New Lab Application)
• Form A-4  Application to Use Radioactive Materials and/or Radiation Producing Devices (New User Application)
• Form R-1 Radioactive Materials Ordering Form
• Form SM-1 Survey Meter Registration Form
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).

  • Appendix A1 (Single Task)
  • Appendix A2 (Position/Title)
  • Appendix A3 (Location) - best suited to most laboratory environments
  • Hazard Assessment Template
• Personal Protective Equipment Certification of Training (or PPE Policy, Appendix B, page 10)

• Abbreviation, Acronyms, and Chemical Formulas Key
    if chemical names are not fully spelled out.
• Certification of Hazard Assessment - (PPE Policy, Appendix A1 or A2 or A3 [depending on situation], pages 7-9).
• Laboratory Door Posting
• Restricted Access Areas Stickers  (As Required) - Biohazards; Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, Or Other Toxic Chemicals; Radioactive Materials; Radiation Areas; X-Rays; Lasers (see CHP Manual, Administrative Controls, page 18)

Reference: Radiation Safety Manual

Refer to the above referenced web safety manual for program specific training, documentation, and posting requirements.

Documentation Requirements:

Reference: Respiratory Protection Program

The purpose of this Respiratory Protection Program is to ensure effective implementation, operation and record-keeping of a University respiratory protection program in compliance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection and Respiratory Protection for M. Tuberculosis standards (29 CFR 1910.134 and 29 CFR 1910.139).  The provisions of the Respiratory Protection Program apply to all personnel at Purdue University's West Lafayette Campus, Regional Campuses, University research farms and agricultural centers, and related facilities and operations.  The primary objective Purdue Respiratory Protection Program shall be to prevent occupational diseases and injuries caused by breathing air contaminated with harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors.  This shall be accomplished, as far as feasible, by accepted engineering control measures (i.e., enclosure or confinement of the operation, general and local ventilation) and substitution of less toxic materials.  When effective engineering controls are not feasible, or while they are being instituted, appropriate respiratory protection shall be used.  Contact the REM Industrial Hygiene section for more information.