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VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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December 15, 2011

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Annual Research Safety Training

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2013 Subcommittee for Research Safety (SRS)

SRS members: Front row- John Davis, Ph.D.; Todd Wyatt, Ph.D.; Mike Duryee, MS; Holly DeSpiegelaere, RN; Robin Fried, MBA,CHSP Back row- Bob Wiegert, BSE, LATG; Dahn Clemens, Ph.D. (Chair); Carol Bohanan, SRS Coordinator Additional Members: Dan McVicker, BS (Vice Chair); Saras Viswanathan, Ph.D; Lesley Royal, RN

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Safety Guidance

VHA Handbook 1200.8 (Safety of Personnel Engaged in Research )www.va.gov/vhapublications/viewpublication.asp?pub_id=1850

VHA Handbook 1200.6 (Control of Hazardous Agents in VA Research Laboratories)www1.va.gov/VHAPUBLICATIONS/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=1336

ORO Checklist www.va.gov/ORO/ORO_Checklists.asp

NWIHCS Research Safety onlinehttp://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/safety_home.asp

http://www.va.gov/vhapublications/viewpublication.asp?pub_id=1850

http://www1.va.gov/VHAPUBLICATIONS/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=1336

http://www.va.gov/ORO/ORO_Checklists.asp

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/safety_home.asp

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Do you know?

• The location of the fire alarm pull station nearest to your lab

• Fire Extinguisher location • Two ways to exit from the building • Where the nearest Automated External Defibrillator

(AED) is located• The gathering point outside the building for your lab

to determine who is missing • Location of Nearest Eyewash • Location of Nearest Safety Shower

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Eyewash RequirementsWeekly Eyewash Flushing Instructions

1. Activate eyewash station by pushing the handle assembly or stepping on the foot assembly to start the water flow. 2. Allow water to flow for 2 – 3 minutes to flush stagnant water & sediment from supply line. 3. Secure water flow by placing handle assembly in the off position. 4. Replace dust covers on the eyewash yoke assembly. 5. Initial and date the inspection log when complete.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=eyewash+station&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=sQFpJDp9NK3X9M&tbnid=vXuQKc5EI4vBnM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http://www.plumbingsupply.com/eyewash_heaters.html&ei=hBjoUdf2I4WQyQH4roHQBw&bvm=bv.49478099,d.aWc&psig=AFQjCNFmW7J07che8ubjPvmCxrzWYY4h1Q&ust=1374251497039845

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Hazard Communication Program

1. Written Plan: NWI Policy SAF-005 Hazardous Materials Program Do you know where the NWI hazard communication plan is located? https://vaww.visn23.portal.va.gov/nwiSiteDirectory/policies/Docs/Document%20Library/Forms/AllItems.aspx

2. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) : Formerly MSDS. New 16 Section OSHA format.

3. Chemical Labeling and Storage: *NEW OSHA GHS Requirements

4. Training: Required annually. Do you know the chemical hazards in your work area?

5. Emergency Response: What do you do if there is a chemical spill?

https://vaww.visn23.portal.va.gov/nwi/SiteDirectory/policies/Docs/Document%20Library/Forms/AllItems.aspx



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Safety Data SheetsFormerly MSDS

Do you know where the SDS in your area are?SDS are required for any chemical with a physical or health hazard.Should be specific and up to date for each chemical (and manufacturer) in your inventory.Provides comprehensive information about the chemicals used in your work area including:

Physical Hazards (flammable, reactive, corrosive)Health Hazards (carcinogenic, irritant, sensitizers) First Aid MeasuresFire Fighting MeasuresHandling and StorageExposure Controls/PPEToxicological InformationDisposal Considerations

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Looking for an SDS?

Within VAhttp://vaww.ceosh.med.va.gov/ceosh/MSDS.shtml

All other locationshttp://www.msdsxchange.com/english/index.cfm

SDS must be accessible for all chemicals in the lab, either electronic or paper copies are accepted.

http://vaww.ceosh.med.va.gov/ceosh/MSDS.shtml

http://vaww.ceosh.med.va.gov/ceosh/MSDS.shtml

http://www.msdsxchange.com/english/index.cfm

http://www.msdsxchange.com/english/index.cfm

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Chemical LabelingNew Requirements – COMING SOON!

Container Labeling Requirements– Product Identifier– Supplier Information– Precautionary Statements

– Hazard Pictogram *see below– Signal Word *NEW– Hazard Statements *New

For more info visit: https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html

https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html

https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html

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Chemical LabelingNew Requirements – Example

http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=ghs+labels&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=BWFbZQ91VvgGiM&tbnid=0ywdYnN4gFU8YM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http://www4.uwm.edu/usa/safety/general_safety/hazcom/&ei=9DboUZCsPIOgyAGbq4CQDg&bvm=bv.49478099,d.aWc&psig=AFQjCNEB6Guj3VRNVXzujxxB1LJjaRIbjQ&ust=1374259303433352

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Chemical Compatibility Location, Location, Location

Chemical Compatibility is determined by Chemical Hazard

Flammable Corrosive OxidizerReactiveHealth; toxicAcid, neutral, base

Follow this link to the Chemical Hygiene Plan http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/safety/Chemical_Hygiene_Plan.pdf

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/safety/Chemical_Hygiene_Plan.pdf

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/safety/Chemical_Hygiene_Plan.pdf

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What is Personal Protective Equipment

Is your PPE Assessment up to date? Get the form here:

• Lab coats-only in the lab• Gloves-only in the lab• Goggles • Bonnets• Powered Air Purifying Respirator



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All persons entering the ARF animal room(s) will be required to wear a lab coat as a covering of street clothing. When handling animals hair covering, face mask, exam gloves and shoe covers are required. This covering is to be worn only when working in the ARF and exchanged for a different lab coat when working in the laboratory.

Animal Research FacilityPersonal Protective Equipment

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Who do you call ?

Small spill- If there is NO hazard to employees or the environment then the Lab cleans up using the appropriate spill kit, while wearing personal protective equipment and disposes of all material properly. Large Spill –

If there is hazard to people or the environment or the effect is unknown.Isolate the spill area (evacuate). Deny entry to others. Call x3333 with the location and type of hazardous release. The

Operator will contact HAZMAT. Provide responders a hard copy of the MSDS.

VA Police will secure the area. Contact the NWI Safety Office at x4442After Hours: Administrator of the Day x3250; Police x3202 or x3333

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Accident Reporting

Seek care, then contact your supervisor. Occupational Health-Mod A (Building closest to Woolworth) room 105 -Brandy or Lois x5823 Office Hours 7:30am-4:00pmEmergency room Monday-Friday before 7:30am, after 4pm & weekends x3239For VA leased space - Know & follow local proceduresThe AO will enter your information into ASISTS and the ACOS/Research will sign off.

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Dress Code

Follow the link below to view the Research Dress Code

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/admin_home.asp#Policies

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/admin_home.asp

http://www.nebraska.va.gov/services/Research/admin_home.asp

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No Food or Drinks in the Lab

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Never prop a door open. Keep corridors clear and passable. Know where the smoke doors (or other barrier doors) are located in your work area. Report unfamiliar odors (gas, fuel, burning). Keep an 18-inch clearance below fire sprinklers. Know the location of all pull stations (fire alarm boxes) and extinguishers in your work area. Know your facility’s emergency number to call a fire x3333. Know your role in responding to a fire in your facility. Participate in your facility’s fire drills.

Fire Safety Dial x3333 to report a fire

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Where Do You Go During a Tornado

Clinical Research Unit – Move to basement if possible. If there is insufficient time or mobility constraints, staff and patients move to interior hallway away from windows and close all doors. All employees are responsible for assisting with the movement of patients, families and visitors.

Building 15 –Move to the Basement of Building 15

12th Floor – Move to the basement whenever possible. If there is insufficient time or mobility constraints, move to 9th floor interior corridor. Close all doors.

Building 1 Basement -Stay where you are.

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How We Do Security

PIV card-ID card4 digit access code to enter Building 15Computers-Lock it up

(Ctrl+Alt+Delete)

NO Sharing or Posting Passwords

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Where’s the Hazard #1

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1. Either electronic or paper copies of the SDS are accepted.

2. Chemical Compatibility is determined by:

3. PPE stands for:

False

True

Flammability, Reactivity, Acidity

Color, Volume, Manufacturer

Age, Weight, Height

None of the Above

Protective Plastic Equipment

Purple Pliable Elastic

Personal Protective Equipment

Perfectly Placed Electrode

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4. If you are injured while working in the lab you should?

5. If you spill a large amount of chemical and there IS a hazard to people or the environment or the effect is unknown:

6. Who’s responsible for reporting a fire?

Take your lunch break

Turn off the lights and go home

Evacuate, Deny Entry, Call 3333

Seek care then contact your supervisor

Tell your co-workers

Panic

Only certified individuals

Everyone

Only day shift workers

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7. Jessica forgets her computer password often, so she writes it on a post-it note and puts it on her monitor. Is her password secure?

8. Joe can wear flip flop sandals while working in the lab .

9. What is the hazard in safety hazard #1?

Yes, if she locks the lab door.

No, Passwords should be kept out of sight.

Yes, If she doesn't tell anyone her password.

False

True

Brown bottles should not be stored with clear ones.

Acids and bases should not be stored together.

The bottles are not arranged in alphabetic order.

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12. What is wrong in safety hazard #4?

The window is closed

The last person to leave did not close & lock the door

The chairs don't match

The light is not adequate

The counter is not covered

Proper PPE must be worn when working in the lab

The rack is shut off

The cage should be closed

The person is not wearing proper PPE for handling animals

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13. What is wrong in safety hazard slide #5?

Food and drink are not allowed in the lab

PPE should be worn when drinking in the lab

Food & Drink are only allowed in the lab if you have enough for everyone

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Certificate of Completion

This certifies that

Has successfully completed the annual requirement for

NWI Research Safety Awareness

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