Programs & Procedures

EWU Exposure Control Plan  - Program designed to address the safety of individuals who's work has the potential to expose them to bloodborne pathogens.

Chemical Safety Manual - This manual serves as the backbone of the Chemical Hygiene Plans at EWU. It outlines safe work practices and requirements for working with chemicals.

• Laboratory Container Labeling - This guidance document covers chemical container labeling. It is Appendix B in the Laboratory chemical Safety Manual.

Laboratory Exposure Control Plan - Program designed to address the safety of laboratory staff and students who work with materials which could contain bloodborne pathogens.

Accident Prevention Program - The Accident Prevention Program is designed to outline methods for the identification and reduction of hazards in and around EWU and encourage all members of the Eastern Community to become actively involved in safety.

EWU Exposure Control Plan - Program designed to address the safety of individuals who's work has the potential to expose them to bloodborne pathogens.

Laboratory Exposure Control Plan - Program designed to address the safety of laboratory staff and students who work with materials which could contain bloodborne pathogens.

Outdoor Heat Exposure - Heat related program for employees who work outside between May 1st and September 30th.

EWU Procedure for Checking out Aerial Lifts - This document outlines the steps needed to become certified to use an aerial lift at EWU. It has the steps for checking out an aerial lift, removing a lift for repairs, and returning a lift when the job is complete.

Fall Protection and Restraint Program - Procedure and related documents for Eastern Washington University to establish and maintain safe work practices and protection for employee(s) working in hazardous conditions requiring worker fall protection/restraint, confined spaces, or rescue/recovery procedures.

Lockout/Tagout Energy Control Program - The Lockout/Tagout program is designed to help prevent employee injury from energy sources by ensuring that all energy has been isolated from equipment and systems before any work is done on them.

Respirable Crystalline Silica Program -  The Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) work procedures for Eastern Washington University (EWU) that establish safe work practices and protection for employees working in applicable industry with hazards requiring protections from exposure to RCS.

Acoustical Tile Handling - The Acoustical Tile Handling for EWU that establish safe work practices and protection for employees working in applicable industry with hazards requiring protections from exposure to irritant particulates.

Ladder Fixed Portable - EWU personnel who use ladders in performance of their job duties. Incorrect use of a ladder may pose a threat to human health if not used properly and employees have the right to know and understand the correct way to use a ladder.

Art Program Safety - This document outlines the regulations and responsibilities for all departments and divisions on campus that use hazardous chemicals, including the Art Department. This document is aimed at reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals and ensuring their proper disposal.

Art Safety - Ceramics - This document addresses the safety considerations that must be addressed to prevent injuries when working with ceramics. Topics covered include: Ergonomics, Exposure to hazardous materials including, dust, mold or toxic materials and avoiding abrasions and cuts.

Art Safety - Drawing - The hazards of drawing arise from exposure to pigments or solvents. This happens most often when powders or dust are inhaled. Physical contact with some materials may cause skin irritation.

Art Safety - Metal Casting - This guidance document is aimed at safeguarding the health of those who visit or work in the metal casting shops.

Art Safety - Oil Painting - Commonly used paints may contain heavy metals such as cadmium, chromium and lead. These can be hazardous to human health and the environment. This document outlines the recommended procedures for working safely with oil paints.

Art Safety - Photography - Developing photographs can bring people into contact with several chemical hazards. Best practices and regulatory requirements for working safely with these compounds are outlined in this document.

Art Safety - Print Making - The process of making prints can expose users to hazardous organic solvents and corrosive materials. This document outlines the procedures for working safely with these chemicals hazards and how to dispose of generated wastes.

Art Safety - Water Color - Water based paints include: watercolor, acrylic, gouache, tempera and casein. Formaldehyde may be present as a preservative in these products. Ammonia, resins, heavy metals and various solvents may also be present. This document outlines the approved procedures for working with these products.

Link to EWU's Hazardous Waste/Hazardous Materials Contingency Plan

Link to EWU's Chemical Hazard Communications Program

Link to EWU's Hazardous Waste Management Program

Link to EWU's Hazardous Waste Satellite Accumulation Manager Responsibilities