1. Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Your partner in compliance
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2. Organizational Structure
Dr. David Bosserman, Vice President Administration & Finance
Kathy Elliott, Associate Vice President and Controller
Don Pierce, Director Environmental Health & Safety
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3. EHS Department Organization
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4. Life Safety Code Enforcement
EHS personnel inspect all campus locations on a routine and special basis to ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
If any unsafe conditions are found, the Authority Having Jurisdiction has the authority to stop the work and/or lock out the area until improvements are made.
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5. Construction Code Enforcement
All construction, renovation and remodeling of any structure owned or operated by OSU shall be designed and constructed according to all codes/standards that are referenced by the 2003 International Building Code.
During construction, all projects will be inspected at regular intervals for safe working practices, good construction and adherence to applicable codes. If serious violations are found, a Cease & Desist Order may be issued.
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6. Oklahoma State University
REGULATORY AGENCIES
EHS assists the University and its departments in staying in compliance with the requirements and guidelines of the following Federal agencies:
CDC (Centers for Disease Control)
DOT (Department of Transportation)
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
FEMA (Federal Emergency Mgmt. Agency)
NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Adm.)
US DOL (U.S. Department of Labor)
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7. Oklahoma State University
Federal Compliance
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Clean Air
Clean Water
Hazardous & Infectious Waste Disposal
Pollution Control
Storm Water Discharge
EPA has transferred this authority to the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) for enforcement.
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8. Oklahoma State University
Federal Compliance
Occupational Safety & Health Admin. (OSHA)
Asbestos / Lead Abatement
Bloodborne Pathogens
Hazard Communications
Personal Protective Equipment
Chemical Hygiene Plan (Laboratory Safety)
Worker Safety
The Oklahoma Department of Labor (DOL) enforces the federal OSHA rules.
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9. Oklahoma State University
Federal Compliance
Department of Transportation
Regulates interstate shipment and permitting of all chemical and hazardous substances.
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission establishes rules and regulations for intrastate shipment under Senate Bill 809, of the 2000 Legislature.
University Mailing Services coordinates the shipment of biological and hazardous substances to and from the OSU campus with EHS and other University departments.
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10. Oklahoma State University
Federal Compliance
Emergency Management (FEMA)
Stafford Act
Emergency Operations Plan
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Developed the Master Emergency Plan for OSU. Coordinates tabletop exercises with administrative staff on simulated incidents: tornado, chemical, ice storm, etc.
Dr. DR Baker, OSU Consultant
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11. Americans With Disabilities
The ADA is adjudicated by the U.S. Department of Justice. EHS assists the University with ADA compliance by:
Reviewing all construction and renovation plans
Investigating ADA complaints
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12. Oklahoma State University
State Compliance
State-mandated training requirements
Quarterly Safety Training
Bloodborne Pathogen Training
Hazard Communication Training
Respirator Training
These training requirements are part of federally-mandated safety programs administered by the State Department of Labor.
EHS’ safety training coordinator provides the required training or assistance for the OSU system and the A&M institutions.
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13. Your Compliance Responsibilities
Hazard Communication Training
Quarterly Safety Training
Workplace-Specific Training
Every department is responsible for ensuring these training requirements are met—including documentation.
EHS will work with departments to help you with this requirement.
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14. EHS Compliance Responsibilities
Occupant/Worker Safety
Hazardous Materials
Safety Training
Hazard Communication
Asbestos Abatement
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15. Administrative Support
Juanita Phelan, Admin. Assistant
Construction/Renovation Plan Review & Permit Process
Required federal & state documentation
Campus Master Emergency Plan
Oversee daily operation of EHS
EHS Webmaster
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16. Occupant/Worker Safety
Roy Mason, Foreman
Building & Job Site Inspections
Fire Drills
Emergency Fire/EMS Response
Construction Plan Review for Code Compliance
Fire Alarm Testing & Maintenance
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17. Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT)
Greg Fox, Coordinator
Chemical Odor Investigation
Emergency Chemical Response
Determination of Hazardous Waste
Laboratory Safety (Chemical Hygiene Plan)
Fume Hood / Safety Cabinet Oversight
Chemical Waste Pickup & Disposal
Investigation of Indoor Air Quality Problems
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18. Oklahoma State University
Safety Training
Greg Hogan, Coordinator
Coordinates Quarterly Training
On-Site, Job-Specific Training
Ergonomic Audit of Work Processes
Online
Investigates On-the-Job Injury Reports
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19. What Training is Required?
Anyone who is employed by OSU is required to receive Quarterly Safety Training as well as Hazard Communication (Right-to-Know) Training. (HB 1447, 1993)
Other training may be required depending on the job duties of the employee.
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20. Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
Stephen Boles, Coordinator
MSDS Master Recordkeeper
Right-To-Know Training
Chemical Inventory Lists (CIL’s)
Labels and Emergency Notification Signs
Laboratory Safety Audits
Phase I Environmental Assessments
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21. Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
Train-the-Trainer Classes (twice-a-year)
Purpose is to train representatives from campus departments to train their fellow employees.
Right-To-Know Training
Conducted by trained member of your department for all other department employees
Required within 30 days of hire
Annual training required thereafter
Training must be documented
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Asbestos Abatement
John Dodson, Coordinator
All abatement work on the OSU campus is conducted according to the regulations of the Oklahoma Department of Labor.
All Asbestos workers must be licensed by the State of Oklahoma and receive annual training.
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23. EHS Campus Safety Projects
As part of our mission, EHS funds various projects that will make the OSU campus a safer place to work, study and live.
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24. EHS Campus Safety Projects
HES Child Development Playground
Raised surrounding fence to height of 6 feet to provide the children with added safety and security.
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25. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Blue Emergency Phones
Purchased 30 “Blue Phones” for the Campus Emergency Phone Project.
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26. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Elevator Emergency Phones
Purchased and installed emergency “hands-free” phones for all elevators in academic campus buildings.
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27. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Storm Sirens
Installed three new storm sirens on campus. We are planning to purchase at least two additional sirens to cover new student housing areas.
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28. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Campus Sidewalk Improvements
Funded work to remove tripping hazards in campus sidewalks and build new sidewalks at a cost of more than $160,000 over the past 5 years.
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29. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Jewelry Lab
Provided funding for construction of the new Jewelry Lab on the 4th floor of the Bartlett Center.
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30. EHS Campus Safety Projects
Laboratory Equipment
Purchased and installed equipment and materials as necessary to help bring existing chemical laboratories into compliance with current code.
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31. EHS Campus Safety Projects
CEAT Design & Manufacturing Lab
Provided funds to install surplus parking lot lights, plus purchase and install a Blue Emergency phone at this remote parking lot on the northwest side of campus.
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32. Environmental Health & Safety 120 Physical Plant Services Bldg.
Questions?
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Environmental Health & Safety
120 Physical Plant Services Bldg.
Stillwater, OK
Phone:
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33. Oklahoma State University
The EHS website is recognized by the U.S. Army Medical … as the OSU Facility Safety Plan—an important component of many research grant applications.
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