Compliance Programs

Asbestos Management Program

This program covers the identification, maintenance, and removal of regulated Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) and Presumed Asbestos Containing Materials PACMM) in University Facilities.

Biological Safety Manual

This booklet contains the Federal, State, as well as Purdue University's requirements and expectations for all staff and students whose work or studies involve biological hazards.

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan

Federal, State, and Purdue University requirements and expectations for all staff and students whose work or studies involve exposure to human blood and blood products (i.e. tissues, cell lines, and any other body fluid that could mask the presence of blood). (2015: Reviewed April 6, 2017)

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards

These instructions are intended to assist the individual within each department who is responsible for collecting the data.  An accurate inventory of the Appendix A chemicals must be taken for all areas where chemicals are stored. 

Chemical Hygiene Plan

This manual gives Federal, State, and University requirements and expectations relating to the OSHA Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450.  This standard applies to areas engaged in the laboratory use of hazardous chemicals. (2014)

Confined Space Program

This manual contains the procedures and practices for safe entry into confined spaces locations at Purdue University that may have atmospheric conditions and/or physical hazards present.  These areas include: manholes, wet-wells, vaults, tanks, boilers, silos, bins, pits, sumps, and sanitary and storm sewers.  Appendix C: Purdue University Tunnel System

Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) Program

This manual gives the Federal, State, and University requirements and expectations relating to the OSHA regulation, 29 CFR 1910.147. (2000)

Drone/UAS/Autonomous Devices Procedures - Office of Risk Management

This webpage contains the procedures for the use of  Drones/Unmanned Aircrafts and Autonomous Technology Devices. This is a program overseen by the Office of Risk Management.

Electrical Safety Program

The Electrical Safety Program (ESP) was created to comply with electrical systems regulatory requirements to ensure that energized electrical work at Purdue University facilities is performed safely by qualified electrical workers who are provided with appropriate safe work procedures, protective equipment, and other controls.

Energetic Materials Management Plan

This program will cover all energetic material used in research at Purdue University. Energetic material includes explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, and any other material, purchased or synthesized, with a high energy density.

 Excavation Safety Program

The Excavation Safety Program document was written to address safety and health hazards associated with performing trenching and excavation related work.(2010)

Fall Protection Program

The purpose of this program is to ensure employees are protected from fall hazards by establishing guidelines and requirements for university supervisors and employees to identify and control potential fall hazards.

Hazard Communication Program

This manual contains the outline for Purdue University's Hazard Communication Program as well as the requirements and expectations of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.  This standard applies to areas with non-laboratory use of hazardous chemicals.

Hazardous Waste Disposal Guidelines

Hearing Conservation Program

Laser Safety Guidelines

This manual is designed to provide individuals using lasers information on laser hazards, laser-related policies and procedures, recommendations for the safe use of lasers, and laser safety training. (2023)

Lockout/Tagout (Control of Hazardous Energy) Program

This manual gives the Federal, State, and University requirements and expectations relating to the OSHA regulation, 29 CFR 1910.147. (2000)

Mercury Reduction Policy

This document contains the Chemical and Laboratory Safety Committee's (CLSC) recommendation to eliminate the use of mercury, mercury compounds and mercury devices where practicable by the year 2006.

 Minors in Labs or Animal Facilities

The purpose of this document is to provide guidance for University faculty and staff wishing to offer educational opportunities in research labs or animal facilities to minor children ages 15-17.

Mobile Elevating Work Platform Safety Program

The purpose of this program is to promote the safe use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and prevent accidents, personal injuries, and property damage resulting from their use.

Nanoparticle Safety and Health Guidelines

This document contains practices and procedures to protect employees from the hazards associated with working with nanoparticles.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Policy

This policy implements the personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, 29 CFR 1910.132 - 29 CFR 1910.140. This policy applies to the use of personal protective equipment at the West Lafayette Campus, regional Campuses, University Research Farms and Agricultural Centers, related facilities and operations. (2003)

Radiation Safety Manual

This document covers the Federal, State, and University requirements and expectations related to Purdue University's use and storage of radioisotopes. (2006)

Refrigerant Compliance Policy (CFC Compliance)

Respiratory Protection Program

Sharps/Infectious Waste Handling

Employees that routinely work with sharps and those who handle sharps waste should be aware of the risk of being punctured or lacerated during their workday. It is important for these employees to take precautions and properly handle waste materials in order to prevent injury and potential disease transmission.

Silica Exposure Control Plan

The purpose of this document is to establish and implement a written exposure control plan that identifies tasks involving silica exposure and methods used to protect employees.