UpDate - Vol. 14, No. 4, Page 4
September 22, 1994
Safety corner

     The state of Delaware's Hazardous Chemical Information Act and
University Policy #7-27 protects individuals from the hazards
associated with the use of chemicals.
     All University operations, including classroom activities
involving the use of hazardous chemicals, are subject to this
regulation.
     Training must be conducted before faculty, staff or students use
hazardous materials.
     Training sessions must include a discussion of the subjects
listed on the Hazardous Chemical Training Certification form,
documentation of the training must be completed by those giving and
receiving training.
     All original training forms should be sent to the University's
Department of Occupational Health and Safety upon completion, and
current copies of training certifications should be kept in the
departments for one year.
     Hazardous material manuals are available from the Department of
Occupational Health and Safety to aid in training.
     Individuals are encouraged to return unwanted, undamaged books to
their instructor/supervisor for reuse to conserve resources and reduce
costs.
     The Department of Occupational Health and Safety will conduct
training sessions for supervisors upon request and is available for
consultation on the requirements under the act.
     For more information, contact the Department of Occupational
Health and Safety at 831-8475.