COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS

 

                                                                            SAFETY INSTRUCTION AND VERIFICATION

                                                                       (STUDENT LABORATORY AND/OR FIELD WORK)

 

TO THE INSTRUCTOR: Please read the applicable information printed on the “Instructions for Student Safety Verification Form” to your class (document available in your Department Office/Issue Room and CNSM Safety Website).  Check off each topic on this form as you discuss it with them.  Write “N/A” for topics that do not apply.  Return the completed sheet to your Dept. Office or Issue Room.  It is your responsibility to describe the hazards associated with the course and the appropriate health and safety measures needed to minimize the risks posed by the hazards.  This document was designed to facilitate this task.  Throughout the semester, it is your responsibility to ensure that the appropriate health and safety measures are followed.  Any questions regarding this safety training and documentation and enforcement should be directed to the Department Chair, or the CNSM Safety Office (x55623).

 

TO THE STUDENT: It is your responsibility to be knowledgeable in the safety‑related matters associated with this course and to abide by the safety policies and procedures presented by the instructor.   Part of the evaluation of your performance in this laboratory will be based upon your strict attention to these safety policies.  Failure to meet these requirements may result in expulsion.

 

INSTRUCTOR NAME:  ____________________  COURSE: ___________ SECTION NO.: __________

 

Part I. GENERAL SAFETY MATTERS:  This entire section is required information for everyone.

 

____ 1. Right‑to‑know/Hazard Communication – Labeling containers and rooms

____ 2. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

____ 3. Goggle policy for liquids, lasers, UV light, flying particles.  

____ 4. No eating/drinking/food and no smoking policies

____ 5. Housekeeping/clean-up

____ 6. Conduct in the laboratory or field site **

____ 7. Reporting of accidents, exposures and injuries (Instructor must turn in an Incident Report Form too)

____ 8. Student medical costs (no coverage!)

 

Part II. SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES:  Points 5 and 6 apply to everyone.

 

____ 1. Safety shower

____ 2. Eyewash                                                                                           

____ 3. Fire extinguishers

____ 4. Proper Laboratory Attire (closed-toe shoes REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES in labs that EVER use corrosive/toxic chemicals – NO sandals!)

____ 5. Emergency evacuation route (required information for everyone)

____ 6. Emergency phone procedures (required information for everyone)

____ 7. College safety supply cabinet

____ 8. Chemical and/or biological hood

 

Part III. CHEMICAL AND EQUIPMENT HAZARDS:  Point 10 applies to everyone.  Point 15 may apply to many.

 

____ 1.  Chemical storage and incompatibilities

____ 2.  Proper disposal of chemical wastes

____ 3.  Use and handling of concentrated acid and bases

____ 4.  Use and handling of toxic chemicals & exposure routes

____ 5.  Use and handling of carcinogenic chemicals

____ 6.  Use and handling of radioactive materials

____ 7.  Use and handling of biohazards

____ 8.  Use of scientific glassware

____ 9.  Handling and reporting of chemical spills

____ 10. Proper disposal of broken glassware/sharps (required information for everyone)

____ 11. Use and handling of water reactive chemicals

____ 12. Use and handling of oxidizing and reducing chemicals

____ 13. Use and handling of reproductive toxins

____ 14. Use and handling of compressed and/or liquefied gas

____ 15. Equipment hazards (list the equipment to be used on this line) ____________________________________________________

 

Part IV. FIELDWORK AND TRAVEL HAZARDS:  (Additional documentation required prior to departure.  See NOTE to instructors below.)

 

NOTE:  All instructors/trip leaders who conduct field trips MUST review the current CNSM Field Trip Safety Manual.  This Manual is available in Department Offices/ Issue Rooms and on the CNSM Safety website.  Prior to the first field exercise, the instructor/trip leader shall present the applicable portions of the Manual to the students and require the students to sign a separate training sheet at that time.  You must give the sign-up sheet to your Dept. Office.

____ 1. Motor vehicle and driver requirements

____ 2. Field Trip Safety Manual (covers equipment, buddy system, emergencies, climate, terrain, wildlife etc. details.)

 

** The CSULB policy states: "Disciplinary action: The University, through appropriate administrators, may take the following disciplinary actions against employees or students who violate proper safety procedures willfully or through negligence. The severity of this action will be determined by circumstances of the violation:

(a) Oral reprimand    (b) Written reprimand placed in his/her official folder    (c) Temporary suspension    (d) Demotion (CSULB employee)   (e) Dismissal or expulsion       

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                O/D-FSR Form 3154-C (alternate)

                                                                                                          STU.SFTY.VERIF.FORM.11.O4

       

 

TURN OVER FOR SIGNATURES

 

                                                                                        INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION  

 

I Certify that I presented the applicable safety and health information to the students of this class as indicated above based upon the current CNSM Instructions for Student Safety Verification Form. 

 

PRINT INSTRUCTOR’S NAME: _____________________________________________

 

INSTRUCTOR SIGNATURE: ________________________________________________      DATE: ___________________

 

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                                                                                            STUDENT CERTIFICATION  

                                              

I hereby acknowledge that I have been instructed in and understand the applicable safety and health information, and safe use of materials, equipment and machinery as given by the instructor for this course as appropriate.  I realize that inappropriate behavior and/or the misuse of equipment, materials etc. can lead to serious injury.  I hereby agree to follow all instructions for student safety as given by my instructor now and in the future.  I hereby agree to fully comply at all times with all CNSM and University policies and procedures associated with safety as pertains to this course.  I hereby agree to work safely at all times, protecting both myself and those around me.  I hereby agree to handle materials, equipment, machinery and other items identified by the instructor in accordance with the safety instructions provided during this course. I further agree that I will not operate any equipment or machinery or use any materials or other items identified as applicable by the instructor without appropriate instruction, supervision and understanding of the potential hazards involved. I understand that I am responsible for medical treatment costs if I am injured in this class.

 

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