1 Initial Laboratory Safety Training Updated 08/17/17

2 Who We Are Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)We Enhance the Safety of our Community through EDUCATION and SERVICE 714 W. Lombard St. Baltimore MD 21201 (410) or from a campus phone

3 EHS Programs Biosafety Chemical Safety Radiation Safety Fire SafetyHazardous Waste Removal Injury Reporting and Occupational Health

4 Services and ResourcesTraining (BBP, Lab Chemical Safety, Hazardous Waste, Radiation Safety) as well as optional training (DOT infectious and biological material shipping, reactive chemicals) - MyEHS Research Registration for Biosafety and Radiation safety – review protocols for safety and health hazards and ensure that you obtain the proper training – CICERO IBC and RSC Perform general and radiation safety audits – SHAREPOINT Provide hazardous waste removal including chemical, radioactive, and special medical waste Administrate Injury reporting and Workers compensation in the case of an incident

5 Key EHS Contacts Steven C. Deck, DM, MBA, ARM, CIH, CSP, CHMM, CBSP- Director Kenneth Brenneman, PhD- Radiation Safety Officer Melissa A. Morland, MS, MBA, RBP, CBSP, SM(NRCM)- Assistant Director and Biosafety Officer ; Patrick J. Wolf, MBA, CHMM- Assistant Director and Operations Simone Houng- Research Safety Specialist

6 Training Topics Covered TodayBloodborne Pathogens Chemical Safety in the Laboratory Hazardous Waste Management Emergency Procedures Note that annual refresher training on these topics is required and can be accessed on the EHS website

7 Bloodborne Pathogens “Pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans.” (as defined by Occupational Safety and Health Administration- OSHA) Includes: Hepatitis B Hepatitis C HIV Many other viral and bacterial pathogens

8 Other Potentially Infectious Material (OPIM)In additional to blood the standard covers: Human body fluids (cerebrospinal fluid, pleural fluid, pericardial fluid, peritoneal fluid, synovial fluid, amniotic fluid, saliva from dental, semen, and vaginal secretions) Any unfixed tissue or organ from a human Human cell or tissue cultures

9 OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen StandardMandates: Development of a written exposure control plan Implementation of engineering controls and safe work practices Use of personal protective equipment Hepatitis B Vaccination –provisions or declination Post exposure evaluation and follow-up Information and training Record Keeping

10 UMB BBP Exposure Control PlanAvailable on the EHS website and covers: Exposure Determination Methods of Compliance Personal Protective Equipment Work Practice Controls Housekeeping Hepatitis B Vaccination Program Communication of Hazards Information and Training Recordkeeping Post-Exposure Evaluation and Follow-up

11 Jobs at the University with Potential Exposure to Blood or OPIMHealth Care Workers Researchers Housekeepers Maintenance Staff Police Officers

12 Hepatitis B Virus(HBV)What is the Hepatitis B Virus? HBV is a disease of the liver CDC estimates that 1.2 million people in the United States are chronically infected with HBV Dry blood can contain HBV up to 7 days Symptoms occur on average 12 weeks after exposure Symptoms occur in about 70% of patients Risk of infection after an injury from a contaminated needle is from 6% to 30% (unvaccinated) Vaccine is available Symptoms might include: Yellow skin or yellowing of the whites of your eyes (jaundice) Tiredness Loss of appetite Nausea Abdominal discomfort Dark urine Clay-colored bowel movements Joint pain

13 HBV Vaccination Required to be offered to employees, students, or volunteers reasonably anticipated to have contact with blood or OPIM in performance of their duties at a UMB facility This includes assigned work, volunteer tasks, academic programs, and practicum experiences To obtain the vaccine, contact UMaryland Immediate Care (UMIC) at (667) To decline the vaccination, complete the Hepatitis B vaccine declination form on the EHS website and give a copy to your supervisor If you have previously obtained the vaccine or have any questions, contact UMIC

14 Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)What is the Hepatitis C Virus? HCV is a disease of the liver , most common blood disease in the United States Leading indication for liver transplants in the United States CDC estimates 3.2 million people in the United States are infected with HCV Can survive outside the body up to 4 days Currently there is NO vaccine available Symptoms might include: jaundice fatigue dark urine abdominal pain  loss of appetite nausea

15 Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)HIV is the virus that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) HIV effects the immune system and decreases the body's ability to fight infections and certain cancers 1.1 million people in the United States live with HIV/AIDS HIV does not survive more then a few hours in dried blood Some people may be symptom free for several years, 1 in 5 may not be aware that they are infected. Currently there is NO vaccine available Warning signs include: Rapid weight loss Dry cough Recurring fever or profuse night sweats Profound and unexplained fatigue Swollen lymph glands Diarrhea lasting more than a week Unusual spots on the tongue, mouth, or throat Pneumonia Blotches on the skin or inside the mouth, nose, or eyelids Memory loss, depression, and other neurological disorders

16 How can I be infected at work?Contact between mucous membranes and infected blood or body fluids (eyes, nose, or mouth) Contact between broken or damaged skin and infected blood or body fluids Injury with a contaminated needle or sharp

17 Always Use Universal PrecautionsOSHA defines universal precautions as an approach to infection control in which all human blood and certain body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for bloodborne pathogens

18 Handling Sharps Always point sharps away from yourself and othersDo NOT bend, break, shear off, or attempt to recap needles into the sheath Sharps must be disposed of in an appropriate sharps container Made of heavy duty plastic Able to be closed with a tight fitting, puncture resistant lid that does not allow sharps to come out Upright and stable during use Leak resistant Properly labeled outside to warn of sharps/hazardous contents Do not overfill sharps container (no more than ~ ¾ full) If you have contaminated broken glass, do NOT use your hands to pick up, use a broom and dustpan for disposal Request pickup of full container through EHS website

19 Sharps with safety featuresWhen possible, use devices with safety controls built in, such as syringes with Luer lock fittings. Retractable needle system Luer-lock systems

20 If no alternative to recapping or removal of the needle is possible, a one-handed technique or mechanical device must be used and justified to the Institutional Biosafety Committee One-handed technique

21 Engineering Control: Biosafety Cabinets (BSC’s)Provides laminar/directed air flow, creating an air curtain behind the sash VERY IMPORTANT not to block airflow and to work behind the curtain (~6” behind sash) Class II provides personnel, environmental, and product protection Must be certified annually or whenever moved

22 Clean Air Bench (not appropriate)Directed airflow TOWARD the user Provides only product protection DO NOT USE WITH INFECTIOUS MATERIAL

23 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Always wear appropriate PPE, which, at a minimum, includes: Gloves when hand contact is expected Protective clothing (laboratory coat) when the potential for splattering body fluids exists Eye protection when the potential for splashes or sprays exist General rules for using PPE: Make sure it fits properly Check for damage before use If damaged during use, remove and replace immediately Do not wear sandals or perforated shoes Remove PPE when leaving the laboratory

24 When not to wear your PPEIn the lunchroom In the bathroom Using your office computer Using your cellphone On the UM shuttle

25 What about between lab spaces?If you are moving materials or equipment between labs or buildings, Where possible, use secondary containment like a bucket “one glove policy”- one glove on to hold the material, one ungloved hand to open doors, push elevator buttons, etc. If you cannot hold the material in one hand, use a cart and/or request help from a lab mate

26 Work Practice ControlsWash your hands immediately after removing your gloves Do not eat, drink or apply cosmetics in the laboratory Follow University guidelines for disposing of biomedical waste Maintain the laboratory in a clean and orderly manner Promptly clean-up spills of biological material All procedures involving blood or OPIM must be performed in a manner that minimizes spraying, splattering or generation of aerosols

27 Labeling and Waste Equipment, containers, and waste must be properly labeled; this includes Containers of regulated waste Refrigerators & freezers Containers used to store, transport or ship blood or OPIM Centrifuges Any potentially contaminated waste should be disposed of through the special medical waste stream at UMB EHS; biohazard boxes and bags are provided by request at or on the EHS website No chemical, radioactive, or liquid waste should be placed in the biological waste disposal containers

28 Decontamination Anything that comes in contact with blood or OPIM must be decontaminated or sterilized before next use or in the event of a spill. Always wear appropriate PPE when cleaning up. Use a 1:10 dilution of household bleach, let stand for at least 10 minutes, then clean off with water or 70% ethanol. An EPA- approved disinfectant may also be used. (https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/selected-epa-registered-disinfectants )

29 What to do if you have an exposureWash exposed area with soap and water for 15 minutes; irrigate mucous membranes with water for 15 minutes Call the UMB Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Hotline (667) Go to UMaryland Immediate Care (UMIC) at 408 W. Lombard St. (667) Identify and document the source of the exposure Notify your supervisor and complete the 1st report of injury form. Copies of the 1st report of injury form can be found on EHS’s website.

30 Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)Any work with any human materials (including human cell lines)/recombinant DNA/viruses must be registered with the IBC. All personnel working on these materials must also be listed. Does my research need to be registered with the IBC? Contact EHS at , we’ll let you know! How do I submit a protocol? Use the CICERO research evaluation portal at https://cicero.umaryland.edu Note for ANIMAL work: please be aware that the IACUC will not approve your protocol until you have received IBC approval Biosafety questions? Contact Melissa Morland, Biosafety Officer, at

31 Questions about Bloodborne Pathogens?

32 Chemical Safety in the LaboratoryOSHA Standard for Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Requires that the University provide: Written chemical hygiene plan Chemical exposures assessments Information and training on working with chemicals Medical consultation Proper labeling of chemical containers Access to information on chemical health hazards Designation of a chemical hygiene officer Recordkeeping

33 UMB Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)The Standard requires employers to establish methods to detect the presence or release of hazardous chemicals, to communicate physical and health hazards of chemicals in the lab environment, identifies measures employees can use to protect themselves. These elements are summarized in the University CHP, available online, which includes: Safe work practices Personal hygiene Storing chemicals Transporting chemicals Compressed gas cylinders Leaving operations unattended Laboratory safety equipment Labeling chemicals Chemical hazards Emergency and spill response procedures Reporting injuries or illnesses Medial consultation Personal Protective Equipment

34 The GHS As of March 2012, the U.S. adopted the UN’s Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Subsequently, OSHA revised the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the majority of the elements of the GHS. The GHS is an internationally standardized approach to hazard communication that provides a harmonized system of classification and labeling and revised organization of safety data sheets (SDSs).

35 What does this mean to you?Three main areas of standardization: Classification of hazards Labeling requirements Safety data sheets

36 GHS Labeling Chemicals will now be labeled using the following elements when applicable: Pictograms (9) – graphic element encompassed by a red diamond Signal Words – “Danger” or “Warning” to signify relative severity of the hazard Hazard Statements – to describe the nature and degree of the hazard Precautionary Statements - to describe recommended measures to minimize or prevent adverse events

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42 Safety Data Sheets (SDS)16 sections under GHS: Identification Hazard(s) identification Composition/information on ingredients First-aid measures Fire-fighting measures Accidental release measures Handling and Storage Exposure controls/personal protection Physical and chemical properties Stability and reactivity Toxicological information Ecological information Disposal considerations Transport information Regulatory information Other information OSHA does not regulate sections 12-15

43 Routes of Body Exposure for ChemicalsInhalation Ingestion Absorption Injection

44 Carcinogens Carcinogens can cause the disease we call cancer. Simply stated, cancer is uncontrolled cell growth Examples include: Aflatoxin, benzene, benzidine, ethylene oxide, acrylamide, acrylonitrile, 1,3-Butadiene and formaldehyde Always use a fume hood when working with carcinogens

45 Corrosives Damage skin and eyes upon contactDamage your respiratory tract if inhaled Examples include: Hydrochloric acid and Sulfuric acid Sodium hydroxide and Ammonium hydroxide Store corrosives below eye level Use eye protection, wear protective gloves and a laboratory coat If airborne exposure is suspected, use a fume hood If splashed in your eyes or on your body, wash the effected area with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention

46 Flammable Liquids Have flash points below 100oFMinimum temperature at which a liquid gives off vapor in sufficient concentration to ignite if exposed to a source of ignition Examples: Hexane Toluene Xylene Benzene Ethanol Isopropyl alcohol Ethylene glycol Ethers such as diethyl ether and tetrahydrofuran Acetone Ethyl acetate and butyl acetate

47 Handling flammable liquidsKeep away from sources of ignition Refrigerators used to store flammables must be explosion proof Cold rooms are not appropriate storage locations for flammable liquids Should be stored in a flammable storage cabinet

48 Oxidizers Oxidizers are chemicals that support combustionOxidizers should never be stored with flammable liquids Examples include Oxygen, chlorine, peroxides, nitric acid, perchlorates, and permanganates

49 Cryogens Cryogens are chemicals that have temperatures below NEGATIVE 100oF. Examples include helium and nitrogen Can cause severe damage to your skin or eyes Wear gloves designed for working with cryogens and a face shield

50 Peroxide-Forming ChemicalsCan be an explosive hazard Examples include: Diethyl Ether Tetrahydrofuran Should be dated upon receipt and opening, stored away from light, heat, and contact with atmospheric oxygen Should be disposed of within 6 months of opening or by the expiry date, whichever comes first If you use peroxide-forming chemicals in your lab, please take EHS training on Working with Reactive Chemicals

51 Chemical Storage and Incompatible ChemicalsChemicals should not be stored based on alphabetical order Examples of incompatible material: Acids and bases Oxidizers and flammable liquids Acids with bleach, cyanides, nitrites, and sulfides See EHS website for resources to help with Chemical Segregation

52 Compressed Gas Cylinder SafetyCylinders are both physical hazards as well as hazards due to their contents Secure them to wall or vertical clamp Use a cylinder cart with a chain restraint in place to move Valve protection caps should be installed on cylinders at all times when not in use NEVER stick anything into the cylinder cap holes in an attempt to loosen the cap Use an adjustable strap wrench to remove stuck caps If the cap is still difficult to remove, attach a tag or label to the cylinder identifying the problem and return the cylinder to the supplier Report a leaking cylinder CO2 and N2 are oxygen displacers- do not use in confined spaces, ensure adequate ventilation N2 is a cryogen O2 is an oxidizer (will make other material more likely to explode or react)

53 Engineering Control: Fume hoodsUsed for chemical work Do not store material in a fumehood Tested annually by EHS If fume hood fails testing, remove all materials from the hood, discontinue use, and post a sign indicating that hood may not be used If the fume hood alarm sounds or lacks adequate air flow, contact Facilities Management for repair

54 Keep Fume Hoods and Biosafety Cabinets Clear Of Storage and Unnecessary Material

55 Door Signage System Check and make sure doors into your lab are appropriately signed, with emergency contact information, and appropriate hazard symbols New or updated door signs may be requested for free at MyEHS

56 Labeling Chemical ContainersAnytime you transfer a chemical into a separate container, the new container must be labeled with the full name and percentage of all components and any hazard information associated Ensure that labels on chemicals are not removed or become illegible

57 General Good Practices when Working with ChemicalsRead and understand the University CHP Learn about chemical hazards associated with your research by looking up the SDS Post and follow any warning signs Use proper PPE – gloves, eye protection, lab coat Assume that any unfamiliar chemical is hazardous Consider that a mixture of chemicals is at least as hazardous as its most hazardous element Do not use any unlabeled substances

58 Where to find more informationThe EHS website and Chemwatch SDS system Your supervisor Your fellow labmates Call EHS! We’re happy to help x6-7055

59 Keep Areas Around Safety Equipment Clear

60 Eye Wash Stations Check weekly to ensure clear water flow

61 Safety Showers Keep area under safety showers clear of all material

62 Electrical Panels Electrical Panels must be kept free from obstructions Sufficient access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electric equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment.

63 Questions about Chemicals Safety in the Laboratory?

64 Who is required to receive this training?Hazardous Waste Management Program Who is required to receive this training? If you… Decide which wastes are hazardous wastes Add or remove hazardous waste to or from accumulation containers Respond to spills, fires, explosions involving hazardous waste Conduct tasks involving occupational exposure to hazardous waste

65 What does this training entail?What is hazardous waste? How do I accumulate hazardous waste? How do I get rid of hazardous waste? Waste Minimization/Pollution Prevention How do I respond to emergencies involving hazardous waste? Special Medical Waste (SMW) Disposal

66 What is Hazardous Waste?Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), regulated by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines hazardous waste as any waste that exhibits at least one of four hazardous characteristics or appears on one of the four hazardous wastes lists Generally applied to “solid wastes”, which has a very broad definition, so consider most chemical waste generated in your lab to fall under this regulation The Federal government enacted a law called the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which defines hazardous waste as any waste that exhibits at least one of four hazardous characteristics or appears on one of the four hazardous wastes lists. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the governing body that regulates the management of these wastes

67 Four Characteristics and Four Listsignitable corrosive reactive toxic Lists: P and U list: Hazardous waste from pure or commercial grade chemical products; P is “acute” hazardous waste – generated in labs F and K list: Hazardous waste from manufacturing or industrial processes, where K generated from specific processes and F from non-specific – not generated in labs

68 Characteristic: IgnitableA liquid that has a flash point of less than 60oC (140oF), Non-liquids capable of causing fire through friction, absorption or moisture, or spontaneously changes and when ignited burns so vigorously and persistently that it creates a hazard, An ignitable compressed gas, or An oxidizer Note that some aqueous solutions (at least 50% water by weight) that have less than 24% alcohol content lose their ignitability designation by EPA standards so do not need to be sent to EHS

69 Examples of Ignitable WastesOrganic solvents (i.e. xylene, methanol or ethanol greater than 24%, hexane) Paint thinner Activated carbon Ether Silver Nitrate Ammonium Persulfate

70 Characteristic: CorrosiveAqueous or liquid wastes with a pH less than or equal to 2 or greater than or equal to 12.5; or Liquid that corrodes steel at a rate greater that 6.35 mm per year at 55oC

71 Examples of Corrosive WastesHydrochloric acid Acetic Acid Sodium Hydroxide Ammonium Hydroxide Battery Acids

72 Characteristic: ReactiveMaterials that, under normal conditions, are: Unstable and readily undergo violent change; React violently with water; May give off toxic gases; or May be capable of detonation or explosion

73 Examples of Reactive WastesButyl Lithium Lithium Aluminum Hydride Potassium Cyanide Nitrophenylhydrazine Sodium metal A cyanide or sulfide bearing waste which when exposed to pH conditions between 2 and 12.5 can generate toxic gases, vapors or fumes

74 Characteristic: ToxicOne of 41 chemicals in a concentration equal to or greater than the respective value listed in 40 CFR 8 metals (As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Hg, Pb, Se, Ag) 33 herbicides, pesticides, other organics

75 Examples of Toxic WastesPaint wastes containing lead, chromium or silver Mercury waste from dental amalgams Silver waste from x-ray processing equipment Chloroform

76 P & U Listed Wastes Many of the chemicals used in University research labs may fall under the P or U-listed waste categories, as discarded Commercial Chemical Products Examples include: Osmium Tetroxide (P) Cyanide salts (P) Sodium Azide (P) Phenol (P) Nitrophenol (U) Acrylamide (U) Lead Acetate (U) Tetrahydrofuran (U)

77 Waste Mixtures The EPA also regulates waste mixtures, which are defined as: A mixture of a non hazardous solid waste and one or more listed hazardous wastes A mixture of a non hazardous solid waste and one or more characteristic hazardous wastes, unless the mixture does not exhibit any of the hazardous waste characteristics

78 Hazardous Waste Accumulation RequirementsHazardous Waste may be accumulated at the site of generation until either… 55 gallons of hazardous waste are accumulated; or 1 quart (~1L) of acutely hazardous waste (P-listed) are accumulated

79 Hazardous Waste Accumulation RequirementsAll waste generated in the laboratories must be under the control of the operator of the process generating the waste. Waste containers must be at or near the process generating the waste. Incompatible wastes cannot be placed into the same container if the placement could lead to a hazardous chemical reaction Containers holding hazardous waste must be kept closed except when it is necessary to add or remove waste. Containers must be managed to avoid releases Do not completely fill containers Keep ignitable and reactive wastes away from ignition sources Use secondary containment as required

80 Hazardous Waste LabelingAny container used to contain or accumulate hazardous waste MUST be labeled with: The words “Hazardous Waste” The date waste was initially added to the container All chemical constituents and their concentrations (% by weight, add up to 100%) no abbreviations, chemical formulas, or trade names written in English

81 Examples of correctly labeled Hazardous Waste

82 Containers to hold Hazardous WasteCommercial containers may be reused to hold hazardous waste if: The container is in good condition; Waste placed into a container is compatible with the container; The original label has been completely obscured or removed; AND The original container did not contain a P-listed waste EHS can also provide hazardous waste containers (plastic only)- call or request on the chemical waste removal online form

83 How to Dispose of Waste Submit a request for hazardous waste removal from EHS at Waste will be removed within three working days

84 Special Instructions for RemovalMake sure to include both building name and room number on your request form Do not place hazardous waste in areas accessible to the general public, in the general trash or an area where it may be mistaken for trash Segregate hazardous waste from chemicals in use, in a safe but conspicuous location

85 Special note: Unknown WasteWithout an accurate description, chemicals can not be disposed of in a safe manner. Analysis of unknowns can cost several hundred dollars. EHS does reserve the right to institute a charge-back program for the charges associated with the analysis. To prevent costly analysis, always make sure all containers in your lab are appropriately labeled

86 Special note: Ethidium Bromide (EtBr)While EtBr is not regulated by the EPA, the University does handle disposal as though it is regulated Turn contaminated aqueous solutions into EHS for disposal For contaminated solid gels, they can be disposed of in the red biohazard bags, to be collected by EHS

87 Special note: Broken GlassEHS does not provide broken glass boxes; they can be purchased from multiple vendors Do NOT use Biohazard boxes for broken glassware Do not dispose of special medical waste or biohazards in broken glass boxes as they enter the regular waste stream

88 Special note: Empty chemical bottlesIn general, empty chemical containers that are not broken may be disposed of through regular housekeeping streams, provided: They are completely empty All labels have been obscured and can no longer be read They do not contain any potential biohazards They never contained an acutely toxic chemical (P-list)

89 University Policy on Waste MinimizationThe reduction to the extent feasible, of hazardous wastes generated prior to treatment, storage, and disposal, through any source reduction or recycling activity that results in reduction of the total volume of hazardous waste, or reduction of the toxicity of the hazardous waste. What this means to you? Consider if your research activity can be performed without generation of hazardous waste Only purchase what you need for your work for a reasonable amount of time

90 University Policy on Pollution PreventionRelates to the use of raw materials, processes, or practices that reduce or eliminate the creation of pollutants or wastes at the source, including practices that reduce the use of hazardous and non-hazardous materials, energy, water, or other resources as well as those that protect natural resources through conservation or more efficient use. What this means to you? Consider if your research activity can be performed without the use of materials that may pollute or cause waste streams to the environment Use your resources efficiently and make sure you dispose of materials appropriately to reduce impact on the environment

91 Chemical Spill ResponseFor small spills: Notify others in your area of the spill Leave the room and close the door to control access Wear appropriate PPE (eye protection, lab coat, gloves, respirator if needed) Control the source of the spill Control the spread of the spill Absorb any free standing liquid that has spread behind or under equipment Dispose of any spill debris and clean up material as hazardous waste Restock spill response supplies If the spill is beyond your capability CALL 711 If anyone is injured CALL 911

92 Special Medical Waste DisposalSpecial Medical Waste (SMW) is defined as : Cultures and stocks of infectious agents and associated biologicals, or Human pathological waste including tissues, organs and body parts and body fluids and specimens of body fluids and their containers Human blood and blood products including items saturated and/or dripping with human blood and their containers (intravenous bags) Sharps that have been used in animal or patient care or treatment and broken or unbroken glassware that were in contact with infectious agents (slides and cover slips)

93 Special Medical Waste DisposalSharps must be placed into a puncture resistant sharps container Laboratory materials, blood soiled articles, Petri plates, and other dry stock/culture materials- place into a pre-lined SMW disposal box (burn box) Whole blood or blood components can be disposed down the sanitary sewer Animal carcasses must be double bagged and frozen

94 How to Dispose of Special Medical WasteThe large grey carts are generally removed from your area on a set schedule If the cart has not been picked up or is full, please call EHS at Burn boxes and sharps containers- submit a request for special medical waste removal from EHS at Specify your building and room number, ensure the containers are fully sealed and it is clear which container is to be removed. Waste will be removed within three working days

95 Questions about Hazardous Waste Management?

96 What to do in an Emergency

97 Fire Evacuation Plan You should:Know the location of exits, fire alarms, and your building’s muster station Identify your floor’s emergency warden Be familiar with your building’s Evacuation Plan What to do in case of FIRE: Remove Alarm Contain Evacuate Activate a manual pull station Call 711 (Campus police) Evacuate the building in an orderly manner, as directed by your fire warden Do not re-enter the building until directed to do so by emergency personnel

98 Safe Evacuation PracticesWalk, don’t run Stay in single file in stairways Obey Fire Wardens Don’t Panic

99 Don’t Use Elevators

100 Campus Emergency Notification SystemIn the event of a campus emergency, information will be posted at and on the emergency information phone line at Sign up for text message alerts at

101 “Homework” after this courseKnow how to find information on the EHS website: How to access SDSs How to report an injury Read the University Chemical Hygiene Plan Know your lab: Look around- where are your chemicals stored? Do you work with any particularly hazardous materials? What are the procedures for disposing of biological and hazardous chemical waste? Where is your PPE and how do you replace it or get it cleaned? Where is the emergency equipment and first aid kit? Ask your PI: Whether you need additional training on Radiation Safety, Reactive Chemicals, DOT infectious and biological materials shipping Are you doing any work with human materials? Recombinant DNA? Radiation? Animals? Have you been registered with the appropriate committees? If you expect to work with any bloodborne pathogens and have not or don’t know if you have received the HBV vaccine, contact UMIC to obtain or fill out a declination form

102 Thanks! If you have any questions after the course or need more information (410)