Chemical Hygiene Plan and Safety Manual - LP3001.5 Section I: Introduction

4.11 Exposure Incident: A specific occurrence where personnel are exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials via the eyes, mouth, mucous membranes or skin through duties performed by their job.

5.0 Responsibility

5.1 Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO): This person is responsible for implementing the Chemical Hygiene Plan He or she is responsible for knowing the CHP and training employees on its contents The CHO is also responsible for implementing new chemical and safety procedures when necessary; including but not limited to when new chemicals are being used in the laboratory

5.2 Safety Officer: This person is responsible for all OSHA related tasks and reports as well as giving a monthly safety topic to all personnel on relevant safety related issues This person is responsible for following the proper protocol including corrective action for safety violations and incidents This person is also responsible for updating safety forms and investigating safety concerns

5.3 Chief Operations Officer: The COO is responsible for working with the CHO to control and coordinate chemical hygiene and safety. He or she is responsible for the control of chemicals as well as the proper disposition of them.

5.4 Quality Department: The Quality Department is responsible for ensuring personnel are following all standard operating procedures and safety protocols. The Quality Department is responsible for any and all disciplinary action that results in violations by personnel of safety protocols.

5.5 Personnel:

5 5 1 It is the responsibility of personnel to understand and follow all safety procedures as well as know the GHS and NFPA rating system and Biosafety Levels

5 5 2 If a new chemical comes into the lab, personnel are responsible for notifying the CHO so it can be properly labeled and documented

5 5 3 Personnel must be familiar with all safety and hygiene procedures as well as how to respond during an emergency situation

5 5 4 Personnel are required to wear proper personal protection equipment (PPE) at all times within the laboratory setting This includes but is not limited to: lab coats, eye protection, long pants, closed-toe shoes and gloves

5 5 4 1 Other PPE will be available to all personnel who might need extra protection against various hazards This includes aprons, full coverage eye protection, heavy-duty gloves, and respirators