1) The Department of Physics and Astronomy promotes safety awareness through one-time VEHS sponsored general lab safety training for all Physics students and staff, including faculty.
a. Laboratory-specific training as per individual lab hazards.
b. Utilizing as many VEHS online and standup training resources as possible.
2) Every PI will develop and post a Standard Operating Procedure for their laboratories that meets or exceeds the standards set forth in the Physics Safety Plan.
3) Each PI will designate a lab safety compliance officer who manages the chemical inventory and wastes, the MSDS library for that lab, as well as door security.
4) Institute a Buddy system for after-hours and weekend lab access.
5) Each lab to have a general first aid kit. Specialized kits required in labs with special hazards ... ie acid burn
6) Each lab to have a chemical spill kit.
7) Each floor to have a defibrillator.
8) Physics Safety Committee will organize annual pre-emptive inspections to drive 100% compliance with the annual VEHS Chemical Waste Audit.
9) The plan includes reference sections for chemical, laser, radiation, bio safety information, including VEHS waste disposal guidelines.
