- "If it's on the ground, it's in our water" Flyer
This flyer shares information about stormwater pollution and how individuals can help protect regional water quality. - Acetone for Cleaning SOP
- Acetone SOP
- AED Incident Report Form
This form is to be completed after the use of an AED. - AED Locations
- AED Request Form
Departments and administrative units must complete the AED Request Form to comply with the Iowa State University AED policy. - Alternate Plan For Entry Into Steam Tunnels
- Animal Activities Potential Hazards Factsheet
For contractors, facilities personnel, or visitors to animal facilities. - Animal Biosafety Level 1 Survey Checklist
This checklist is for work with animals infected with well-characterized agents not known to cause disease in immunocompetent adult humans and present minimal potential hazards to personnel and the environment. - Animal Biosafety Level 2 Survey Checklist
This document is for work with animals infected with agents associated with human disease and pose moderate hazards to personnel and the environment. - Approved Forklift Training Evaluators
- Asbestos Manual
This manual is the official guide to University policies and procedures that apply to the use, maintenance, and removal of asbestos and asbestos containing materials. - Autoclave Logbook Form
- Autoclave Operations SOP
- Autoclave Users Sign
Post this sign in the immediate vicinity of your autoclave. - Autoclave_Users_Sign
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Procedures
University departments and other units that choose to acquire and AED must comply with these procedures. - Avian Influenza Virus FAQ
- B-Mercaptoethanol SOP
- Baileigh CNC Brake Press Data Sheet
- Base Bath SOP
- Base Bath to Clean Glassware SOP
- Bat and Rabies Facts and Recommendation
Includes information in regard to bat rabies exposure and safety recommendations. - Beat the Heat Poster
How to identify and respond to heat exhaustion and heat stroke symptoms. - Belt Sander Data Sheet
- Belt-Disc Sander Data Sheet
- BioCentury Research Farm Safety Data Sheets
This document contains links to safety data sheets for materials used at the BioCentury Research Farm. - Biohazard Spill Kit Guidelines
Contents for biohazard spill kits in laboratories. - Biohazardous Materials SOP
- Biohazardous Waste Flowchart
This publication offers a visual chart of how biohazardous waste should be disposed including instructions for the safe disposal of various objects, liquids, animal carcasses and solid items after they have been decontaminated. - Biological Spill Cleanup Procedure
Summary of the procedure to clean up and decontaminate after a spill of biological materials or microorganisms handled at BSL2 or lower. - Biosafety Level 1 Survey Checklist
This checklist is for laboratory work that involves well-characterized agents not known to consistently cause disease in immunocompetent adult humans and presents minimal potential hazards to laboratory personnel and the environment. - Biosafety Level 1P Inspection Criteria
This criteria is for work in a greenhouse that conducts experiments involving recombinant or synthetic nucleic acid molecules-containing plants, plant-associated microorganisms, and small animals. - Biosafety Level 2 Survey Checklist
This checklist is for laboratory work that involves agents that pose moderate hazards to personnel and the environment. - Biosafety Manual
This manual outlines appropriate practices, university policies and regulatory requirements for working safely with biohazardous materials. Biohazardous materials are those materials of biological origin that could potentially cause harm to humans, domestic or wild animals, or plants. Examples include recombinant or synthetic nucleic acid molecules; transgenic animals or plants, human, animal or plant pathogens; biological toxins (such as tetanus toxin); human blood and certain human body fluids; and human or monkey cell cultures. Appropriate forms and other resources are also included in the appendices. - Bird Droppings and Histoplasmosis Factsheet
Information about the association between droppings and Histoplasmosis, symptoms of infection and recommendations for personal protection. - Bloodborne Pathogens Manual
The Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Program is designed to minimize personnel exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This manual describes special precautions that must be taken by Iowa State University personnel whose work involves possible contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials and defines the responsibilities of Iowa State University personnel. Some precautions included are medical surveillance, training, safe work practices, and decontamination and disposal of potentially infectious material. - Bloodborne Pathogens Quick Guide
The BBP Quick-Guide includes information about BBP pathogens and how to protect yourself from being exposed. This guide can be posted where work with human blood and body fluid occurs. Reviewing this guide does not substitute for completion of annual Bloodborne Pathogen training. - Bosch Compound Miter Saw Data Sheet
- Bosch Router 1617 EVS Data Sheet
- Bosch Router 1618 EVS Data Sheet
- Brake Press Data Sheet
- Building Safety Survey Form
This document is used to complete a building safety survey. - Bulk Liquid Loading and Unloading SOP
This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) identifies certain measures to be followed during all loading and unloading of bulk liquids at Iowa State University to help prevent the release of materials. This SOP has been prepared in accordance with guidelines established in 40 CFR Part 112 and 49 CFR Part 177. - Calibration or Normalization of Liquid Scintillation Counters
- Carbon Monoxide SDS
- Carcinogens, Reproductive Toxins, and Teratogens List
The materials on this list pose a significant risk of exposure or damage to the human body and require special procedures to be developed for their safe use. - Centrifuge Factsheet
- Chemical Handling SOP
- Chemical Spill Kit
Contents for chemical spill kits in laboratories. - Chemical Storage Guidelines
Contains tables intended to assist laboratories with storage of reactive chemicals. - Chemical Storage Poster
A visual guide to chemical segregation by compatibility. - Chemicals of Interest
- Chop Saw Data Sheet
- Compound Miter Saw Data Sheet
- Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety
Safety guidelines for compressed gas cylinders. - Confined Space Inventory
The Confined Space Inventory form should be used to document this identification and evaluation process. A list of all identified confined spaces and their hazards must be sent to EH&S. - Confined Spaces Entry Plan
This form is used to plan, verify, and monitor the entry of a confined space. - Confined Spaces Inventory Form
- Confined Spaces Manual
This manual outlines appropriate practices, university policies, and regulatory requirements for entry into confined spaces at Iowa State University. - Consent or Decline of Vaccination Form
Complete and submit this form to Occupational Medicine Office to consent to, or decline, vaccination for personnel who are at risk of occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. - Cradle-to-Grave Graphic
A graphic that illustrates the lifecycle of hazardous waste. - Craftsman Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Craftsman Combination Belt-Disc Sander Data Sheet
- Craftsman Contractor Table Saw Data Sheet
- Craftsman Grinder Data Sheet
- Craftsman Plunge Router Data Sheet
- Craftsman Professional Bench Grinder Data Sheet
- Craftsman Scroll Saw Data Sheet
- Craftsman Table Saw Data Sheet
- Cryogenic Liquids Safety Poster
Information on cryogenic liquids and their safe use. - Dayton Grinder Data Sheet
- Delta Bandsaw 28-206 Data Sheet
- Delta Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Delta Belt Sander Data Sheet
- Delta Belt-Disc Sander 31-300 Data Sheet
- Delta Belt-Disc Sander Data Sheet
- Delta Bench Drill Press Data Sheet
- Delta Compound Miter Saw Data Sheet
- Delta Drill Press 17-900 Data Sheet
- Delta Drill Press 17-965 Data Sheet
- Delta Dust Collector
- Delta Horizontal Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Delta Portable Planer Data Sheet
- Delta Table Saw 36-600 Data Sheet
- Delta Table Saw 36-812 Data Sheet
- Delta Table Saw 36-953 Data Sheet
- Departmental Laboratory Safety Contact Form
Used to designate a Departmental Laboratory Safety Contact. - DeWalt Chop Saw DW871 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Chop Saw DW872 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Compound Miter Saw DW705 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Compound Miter Saw DW713 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Double Bevel Compound Miter Saw DW706 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Jig Saw DW317 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Jig Saw DW318 Data Sheet
- DeWalt Plate Joiner Data Sheet
- DeWalt Radial Arm Saw Data Sheet
- DeWalt Router DW618 Data Sheet
- Diethyl Ether SOP
- Disposal of On-campus Controlled Substances SOP
This SOP establishes procedures for the collection and destruction of discarded United States Drug Enforcement Administration (USDEA or DEA) controlled substances (CS) at Iowa State University (ISU). - Do's and Do Not's of Autoclaving
- Don't Drink from Greenhouse Hose Sign
This sign is for use in greenhouses. - Drill Press Data Sheet
- Drying Ovens Usage SOP
- Dumore 6" High Sensitive Drill Press Data Sheet
- Dust Collector Data Sheet
- Edwards Ironworker Data Sheet
- EH&S Fees and Services for FY2025
- EH&S Fees and Services for FY2026
- EH&S Monthly Report April 2025
Story Highlights: Laser inspection for FFA conference, touring waste management contractor's facilities - EH&S Monthly Report August 2025
Story Highlights: Emergency Medical Cabinet training for Vet Med, peroxide-formingchemical training for the Nanovaccine Institute - EH&S Monthly Report February 2025
Story Highlights: Bat incidence response plan with DOR, new forklift operator safety training process - EH&S Monthly Report January 2025
Story Highlights: Hamilton Hall flooding, new shared accountability process for lab safety issues - EH&S Monthly Report July 2025
Story Highlights: Phase one of the lead abatement project in Wilson Hall has been completed, safety training courses updated in Canvas - EH&S Monthly Report June 2025
Story Highlights: Lab Safety Workshop attendance recognition, ISU Dairy Farm fire investigation - EH&S Monthly Report March 2025
Story Highlights: Respirator certification for bird flu researchers, gas decontamination of BSL3 labs - EH&S Monthly Report May 2025
Story Highlights: Reiman Gardens firefighter walkthroughs, lead abatement started for Wilson Hall - EHS Annual Report 2024
EH&S publishes an annual report to document the progress, achievements, and challenges of its service-oriented mission over the course of a year. This document is a valuable resource to departmental employees and campus partners as it showcases the path EH&S took to implement its strategic plan and initiatives. - EHS Research Support Checklist
This document assists research personnel in achieving a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace. - Elevator and Hazardous Materials Caution Poster
- Ellis Drill Press Data Sheet
- Emergency Action Plan - Sample
Example of a completed EAP template. - Emergency Evacuation Guidelines for Persons Needing Assistance
The purpose of this document is to provide guidelines that create a safe environment for all individuals, including persons needing assistance during emergency evacuations. - Emergency Procedures for Employee Accidents and Injuries
A visual aid for employees to use in the event of an accident or injury. - Emergency Procedures for Student Organizations
A visual aid for student organizations to use in the event of an emergency. - Emergency Procedures: Tornadoes
Guidance on the procedures to follow when the National Weather Service issues a tornado watch and/or tornado warning. - Emergency Response and Recovery Guide
The purpose of this document is to assist university personnel during and immediately after a major emergency or disaster in their building(s). - Emergency Response Guide Poster
The purpose of this document is to assist university personnel in taking action during an emergency. - Energy Control Procedures - Example Form
This form is used to identify Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures involved when servicing and/or maintaining the equipment/machine listed. - Epinephrine Pen (EpiPen) Acquisition and Use
Describes acquisition, use and disposal of epinephrine pens at ISU. - Ergonomic Questionnaire Form
This form is used to request an ergonomic evaluation. - Ethidium Bromide Factsheet
This document provides an overview of ethidium bromide and its safe use. - Ethidium Bromide Handout
Information related to safety practices, emergency exposure procedures, and disposal procedures. - Example Greenhouse Hazard Assessment
A sample of how to fill out the Greenhouse Hazard Assessment form. - Example Laboratory Hazard Assessment
An example of how to fill out the Laboratory Hazard Assessment form. - Exchange of Information
This form is used to notify both parties that they must comply with the restrictions and prohibitions of those procedures. It should be completed by the departmental contact person in conjunction with the outside employer's representative. The exchange of information must occur before service/maintenance activities begin. If ISU employees will also be working on this equipment or in surrounding areas, attach this to the Energy Control Procedures form. - Eyewash Flushing SOP
- Face Coverings vs. Respirators
This document contains information about the differences between face coverings and respirators. - Fall Protection Manual
EH&S has developed the Iowa State University Fall Protection Program to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Subpart D – Walking-Working Surfaces. These regulations require that fall protection be provided for fall hazards with a height of four feet for general industry and six feet for construction. This program does not apply to the use of portable ladders. - Fee for Service
- Finding Shelter from the Storm
Identifying appropriate Severe Weather Shelters. - Fire Extinguisher and AED Monthly Self-Inspection Instructions
Information for those in the self-inspection program. This document includes instructions for both the InspectNTrack and CyBox inspection options. - Fire Safety Guidelines
This manual outlines appropriate practices, university policies and regulatory requirements for Fire Safety at Iowa State University. - First Aid Kit Guidelines
Minimum contents for workplace first aid kits. - Forklift Inspection Checklist
Forklift inspection procedures and form. - Forklift Operator Evaluation Form
Use this checklist during the field session to evaluate operator proficiency. - Formaldehyde (CH2O) Factsheet
This document provides an overview on formaldehyde and its safe use. - Formaldehyde Awareness
This booklet provides information on formaldehyde and its safe use. - Gas Cylinder Safety Guidelines
The guidelines contain information on the proper storage, handling, use and disposal of compressed and liquefied gas cylinders. - Gas Hazards on Farms Factsheet
- General Laboratory Safety Survey Checklist
This checklist applies to laboratories without biological, radiological, or laboratory animal work. This document is a self-survey checklist for laboratory personnel to complete periodically. - General Requirements for the Use of Temporary Structures Form
Iowa State University is subject to the 2015 International Fire Code (IFC). EH&S uses this document and the IFAI Procedural Handbook for the Safe Installation & Maintenance of Tentage as a reference for inspections. All temporary structures erected on ISU campus property will adhere to these codes and standards. - Glove Etiquette Factsheet
- Glove Use Factsheet
Frequently asked questions about gloves, why you shouldn’t wear them outside the lab, and how to safely move hazardous materials within the building without contaminating yourself or any public areas. - Greenhouse Footwear Safety Guidelines
This document provides safety guidelines for greenhouse users. - Greenhouse Safety Manual
This manual outlines appropriate practices, university policies and regulatory requirements for working safely in greenhouses. - Greenhouse Safety Survey Checklist
This document is a self-survey checklist for greenhouse personnel to complete periodically. - Greenhouse Safety Training Curriculum
Safety training information for greenhouse users. - Greenhouse Safety Training Records
This form is used to document greenhouse safety training for personnel. - Greenhouse Wet Floors Caution Sign
This sign is used to alert personnel to wet floors in greenhouse spaces. - Grinder Data Sheet
- Grizzly 6" Jointer Data Sheet
- Grizzly Combination Belt Disc Sander Data Sheet
- Grizzly Shaper Data Sheet
- Guide to Sterilization Times
Guide for determining the autoclaving time needed for proper sterilization. - Guidelines for Experiments with Wild Rodents
- Guidelines for the Use of Safety Feature Evaluation - Sample Form
- Guidelines for Transport of Infectious Materials
These guidelines apply only to Iowa State University employees and students packaging infectious materials for pick up by non-university employees, and to Iowa State University individuals transporting infectious materials in university vehicles. Personal vehicles must not be used. - Guidelines for Transport of Infectious Materials by Non-Commercial Routes
- Guidelines for Transport of Infectious Materials by Non-Commercial Routes
These guidelines apply only to Iowa State University employees packaging infectious materials for pick up by non-university employees, and to Iowa State University employees transporting infectious materials in university vehicles within Iowa. Personal vehicles must not be used. - Handling Air-sensitive reagents
Technical bulletin from Sigma-Aldrich. - Handling Cryogenic Material SOP
- Handling Pyrophoric Reagents
Technical bulletin from Sigma-Aldrich. - Hazard Communication Plan
- Hazard Inventory Instructions
Instructions for completing an online Hazard Inventory. - Hazardous Materials Shipping Guide
This guide outlines procedures for the safe shipping of hazardous materials and provides contact information on businesses that provide packaging and transport hazardous materials. - Hazardous Waste Identification Process Poster
Identifying whether waste material is subject to RCRA hazardous waste regulation. - Hazardous Waste Satellite Accumulation Area Poster
- Hearing Conservation Manual
This manual outlines the policies and procedures for protecting employee hearing through the monitoring, identification, and evaluation of noise hazard areas and proper use and care of hearing protection. - Hitachi 10" Table Saw Data Sheet
- Hitachi 12" Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Hitachi 15" Miter Saw Data Sheet
- Hollymatic Hi-Yield 16" Meat Saw Data Sheet
- Horizontal Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Hot Plate Usage SOP
- Hot Work Permit Form
This permit is required for any temporary operation involving open flames or sparks. This includes, but is not limited to, brazing, cutting, grinding, soldering, thawing pipes, torch-applied roofing, and welding. - Hot Work Permit Guidelines
Informational booklet pertaining to the university Hot Work Program. Booklet contains an overview of the requirements of the program, as well as safe working practices This booklet contains an overview of the requirements of the Hot Work Program, as well as safe work practices. Hot work operations include but are not limited to welding, brazing, torch cutting, grinding and torch soldering. - How to Use the Chemical Inventory Interface
Step-by-step instructions for using the EH&S Chemical Inventory database. - Hydrofluoric Acid Factsheet
This document provides an overview on hydrofluoric acid and its safe use. - Hydrofluoric Acid SOP
- Hydrogen Sulfide SDS
- Indoor Air Quality Resolution Process
Information about the indoor air quality resolution process. - Instructions for completing an Emergency Action Plan
- Iowa State University Fire Log
Information pertaining to each reportable fire that occurred at Iowa State University over a period of time. - ISU Asbestos Abatement Specifications
These specifications serve the function of ensuring that all asbestos containing materials (ACM) at Iowa State University (ISU) and other named entities are treated in a safe, healthful and legal manner. - ISU Farms Safety Data Sheets
This document contains links to safety data sheets for materials used at ISU farms. - ISU SOP for the Development Of NPDES Construction Permits.201905
Information pertaining to Iowa State University's NPDES Construction Permit. - JET 14" Bandsaw Data Sheet
- JET 15" Drill Press Data Sheet
- JET 16" Bandsaw Data Sheet
- JET 17" Drill Press Data Sheet
- JET 8"x11" Horizontal Bandsaw Data Sheet
- JET Combination Belt Disc Sander Data Sheet
- JET Dust Collector Data Sheet
- JET Oscillating Spindle Sander Data Sheet
- Jig Saw Data Sheet
- Jointer Data Sheet
- Laboratory Animal Allergies Factsheet
Prolonged exposure to animal allergens in the workplace may lead to Laboratory Animal Allergies (LAA) or asthma. Protecting yourself from being exposed to animal allergens will decrease your risk of acquiring laboratory animal allergies or asthma. - Laboratory Check-in Form
This document must be read an initialed by all researchers who work in laboratories. - Laboratory Check-out Form
Used to document exiting researchers. - Laboratory Clean-up Guide
This document serves as a guide for conducting a laboratory clean-up. It is not all-inclusive, and the criteria may not apply to all laboratories. The checklist should be adapted and customized as needed for your laboratory. - Laboratory Equipment Disposal Form
This form must be submitted to EH&S to request equipment disposal. - Laboratory Hazard Assessment Template
- Laboratory Move Guidelines
These guidelines are to assist you in the safe and efficient transfer of your chemicals, equipment, and cylinders. - Laboratory Safety Manual
This manual sets forth the policies, procedures and practices for employees who work with laboratory hazards and for those who supervise such work at Iowa State University. - Laboratory Safety Record Keeping
Information regarding the records laboratory supervisors should have saved in a folder. - Laboratory Safety Training History
Use this document to maintain a history of safety training for each laboratory employee. Include site-specific training, EH&S training, and any off-campus training. - Ladder Inspection Checklist
This document is used to complete and document a ladder inspection. - Laser Inspection Criteria Form
This document contains the criteria for which laser devices, authorization, processes, and training records are reviewed and evaluated for worker performance during laser audits. - Laser Safety Factsheet
- Laser Safety Manual
The Iowa State University Laser Safety Program is designed to ensure the safe use of lasers in research and the safety of all personnel and visitors who may be exposed to the radiation emitted by lasers. The Laser Safety Manual details various laser classes with appropriate precautions and hazards, as well as requirements for personal protective equipment and warning labels. In addition, standard operating procedures, necessary training, and medical surveillance are covered. - Life Cycle Fee FAQ
This document provides answers to frequently asked questions regarding the life cycle fee. - Life Cycle Fee FAQ.pdf
- Lincoln 256 PowerMIG Welder Data Sheet
- Lockout-Tagout Manual
This manual outlines policies and procedures for the isolation and control of hazardous energies during service and maintenance operations, employee training, and the performance of periodic inspections. - Lockout-Tagout Program Energy Control Procedures Template
This form is used to identify LOTO procedures involved when servicing and/or maintaining the equipment/machine listed. - Makita 10" Miter Saw Data Sheet
- Masonry Saw Data Sheet
- Medical Questionnaire for Respiratory Protective Equipment Form
This form is taken to your Occupational Medicine appointment to get approval to wear a respirator. - Melting Point Apparatus SOP
- Methane SDS
- Methylene Chloride-DCM ECP Template
Lab/research group-specific document for methylene chloride use in ISU labs. This document includes information on the exposure controls in use, how they are maintained and why they were chosen, the PPE to be used, and the location of any regulated areas. - Methylene Chloride-DCM WCPP Template
Template for EPA TSCA Workplace Chemical Protection Program for use of methylene chloride in ISU laboratories. - Milwaukee 14" Chop Saw Data Sheet
- MK Diamon MK-100 Tile Saw Data Sheet
- MK Diamon MK-2002 Masonry Saw Data Sheet
- Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Annual Report
This report summarizes stormwater compliance activities within the boundaries of ISU, including Central Campus, North Campus, South Campus, Applied Science Center, Arboretum and Southwest Athletics Complex, and the Tower Residence Area. - Nanomaterial User Information Form
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 Permit_2019
The permit issued to Iowa State University to operate the disposal system and to discharge pollutants specified with the monitoring requirements and other terms set forth in this permit. - Nitric Acid (HNO3) Factsheet
Information about nitric acid and its safe use. - No Food or Drink in Greenhouse Sign
This sign is used for greenhouse safety. - Occupational Medicine Guidelines
The Occupational Medicine Program is designed to enhance the efficiency of existing safety and health programs and to keep the university in compliance with all applicable regulations. It is also intended to minimize employee risks while working with hazardous materials and to provide a certain level of liability protection for the employee, the supervisor, and the university. Detailed in this manual are the procedures and responsibilities of the program, explanation of necessary medical reviews and the proper methods for dealing with job related injury/illness. - Organizations Chart
The reporting structure of the EH&S program areas and employees. - Organolithium Reagents SOP
- Oscillating Edge Sander Data Sheet
- Oscillating Spindle Sander Data Sheet
- Oxygen Cylinder SOP
- Perchloric Acid Factsheet
- Peroxide-forming Chemical Guidelines
This document provides information regarding the safe use and storage of chemicals that can form peroxides. Peroxides that form in these chemicals pose serious risks; they are highly flammable and extremely sensitive to shock, heat, spark, friction, impact, and ultraviolet light. Spontaneous decomposition of these peroxides may cause serious injury or death. - Peroxide-forming Chemicals Poster
Information on peroxide-forming chemicals and their safe use. - Phenol Factsheet
Hazards, protective measures, and first aid information for phenol. - Philips Hearstart FRx Defibrillator User Manual
- Pipe Threader Data Sheet
- Planer Data Sheet
- Plate Joiner Data Sheet
- Potentially Explosive Chemicals (PECs)
Guidelines for the safe storage and handling of potentially explosive chemicals. - Potentially Explosive Chemicals Manual
General storage and handling guidelines for PECs and detailed information on peroxide-forming chemicals and di and tri nitro compounds. - Powermatic 10 Cabinet Saw Data Sheet
- Powermatic 14" Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Powermatic 18" Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Powermatic 18" Drill Press Data Sheet
- Powermatic Combination Belt Disc Sander Data Sheet
- Powermatic Oscillating Edge Sander Data Sheet
- Powermatic Vertical Panel Saw Data Sheet
- Pre-Operation Check of Radiation Detection Meters for Research Laboratories SOP
Use this document to determine the operational condition of the portable instrument through performance testing. - Proper Dosimetry Use Factsheet
Dosimeters are issued to monitor your occupational dose. This factsheet provides information for the proper use of dosimeters. - Protecting the Safety, Health, and Environment of the Iowa State Community
A letter from the president of Iowa State University. - Q Fever Factsheet
This document provides guidelines for prevention of Q Fever in lab animal resources facilities. - Radial Arm Saw Data Sheet
- Radiation Notice to Employees
This document provides information regarding standards for protection against radiation, notices, instructions and reports to workers, inspections, and employee protection. - Radiation Safety Guide for Ancillary Personnel
Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) has developed this guide to provide basic radiation safety information for ancillary personnel (custodial, facilities, and public safety staff) who occasionally work in areas posted with the radiation symbol. Ancillary personnel are not allowed to use or handle radioactive materials. - Radioactive Material Contamination Surveys for Researchers SOP
- Radioactive Materials Authorization Application
This form must be submitted to EH&S for work with radioactive materials. - Radioactive Materials Inspection Criteria
This document contains the criteria for which radionuclide inventory, authorization, RAM processes, training records, and contamination survey records are reviewed and evaluated for worker performance during radioactive material laboratory audits. - Radioactive Materials Safety Manual
The Radiation Safety Manual outlines policies that have been developed and implemented in order to ensure that all users of ionizing radiation at Iowa State University are in compliance with existing regulatory requirements and that any resultant radiation exposures are maintained As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). Responsibilities, training, handling of radioactive materials, emergency and decontamination procedures, personnel monitoring and laboratory safety are but a few of the policies discussed. - Refrigerator-Freezer Usage SOP
- Remove Your Gloves Poster
A visual reminder to remove gloves before leaving the laboratory. - Respirator Selection Guide for Farm Personnel
- Respiratory Protection Program
This manual outlines the procedures for respirator training, use, fitting, and overall appropriate practices. - RIGID Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine Data Sheet
- Rockwell-Delta 11 Drill Press Data Sheet
- Rockwell-Delta 14 Radial Arm Saw Data Sheet
- Rotary Evaporators (Rotovaps) Safety Factsheet
- Rotary Evaporators (Rotovaps) SOP
- Router Data Sheet
- Safe Winter Walking Factsheets
Tips for walking safely during winter weather to avoid slips and falls. - Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Information and Glossary
This booklet helps university employees and students understand the terms in safety data sheets. - Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Information and Glossary
This booklet provides brief explanations of acronyms and common terms frequently used by chemical manufacturers in their SDSs. - Safety Every Month Poster
- Safety Eyewear Provider Locations
- Safety Frames Catalog (SafeVision)
- Safety Rules Poster
This editable poster is used to complete training and authorization before shop work. - Safety Training Curriculum for Laboratory Personnel
Safety training information for lab personnel. - Sample Safety Feature Eval for Safer Sharps Devices
Sample document on how to create a safety feature evaluation for safer sharps devices. - Sand Bucket Locations on Campus
A map indicating the locations of sand buckets on campus to use during snow/icy conditions. - Saw Stop Table Saw Data Sheet
- SawStop 10" Industrial Cabinet Saw Data Sheet
- SawStop 10" Professional Cabinet Saw Data Sheet
- Schlenk Line (vacuum-gas manifold) Template SOP
- Scroll Saw Data Sheet
- Sealed Sources Inspection Criteria
These criteria are used for areas posted and approved for radioactive sealed sources. - Sealed Sources Safety Manual
- Septum Sealed Chemical Containers SOP
- Sewer Gases
- Shaper Data Sheet
- Sharps and Biohazardous Waste Flowchart
- Sharps and Biohazardous Waste Procedures
This publication offers a definition of biohazardous waste and provides instructions for the safe disposal of various objects after they have been decontaminated. - Sharps and Glass Disposal
General guidelines for the disposal of sharps and glass wastes. - Sharps SOP
- Shop or Tool Use Safety Agreement
All shop users must complete and sign this form. - Shop Safety Manual
The Shop Safety Program is designed to provide a framework for hazard identification, control methods, training, and record keeping that is designed to minimize potential shop hazards. This manual describes access controls, training, engineering controls, safe work practices and procedures to be followed by faculty, staff, students, visitors working in shops at Iowa State University. - Shop Safety Survey Checklist
This document is a self-survey checklist for shop personnel to complete periodically. - Shop Safety Survey Checklist
This checklist is for areas where shop tools and equipment are used. This document is a self-survey checklist for shop personnel to complete periodically. - Site Specific Training
Use this to document training for specific topics. - Site-specific Farm Equipment Training and Demonstration of Skills Form
Checklist for documenting the completion of farm equipment operator's demonstration of skills. - Skil Drill Press Data Sheet
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Development Guide
Refer to this document for guidance when writing your SOPs. - Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Template
- Stormwater Construction Permit Flow Chart
This flow chart outlines the timeline and stakeholder responsibilities in a construction project at ISU. - Stormwater Factsheet
Information about stormwater runoff and reducing pollution. - Stormwater Policy Statement
This statement establishes guidance for the university in its storm water compliance efforts. - Stormwater Runoff Graphic
An illustrated graphic of groundwater runoff on natural ground cover compared to impervious cover. - Table Saw Data Sheet
- Take Charge of Battery Safety Fact Sheet
- Take Charge of Battery Safety Infographic
- The ABCs of Fall Protection
This factsheet describes the basics of personal fall protection systems. - Tile Saw Data Sheet
- Tissue Culture SOP
- Tool Inventory Template
- Toolbox Talks: Anhydrous Ammonia
- Toolbox Talks: Animal Handling
- Toolbox Talks: Animal Handling - Cattle
- Toolbox Talks: Animal Handling - Horses
- Toolbox Talks: Animal Handling - Sheep
- Toolbox Talks: Back Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Backpack Leaf Blowers
- Toolbox Talks: Chainsaw Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Chemical Labeling
- Toolbox Talks: Cold Related Illness
- Toolbox Talks: Combustible Dust
- Toolbox Talks: Confined Spaces
- Toolbox Talks: DEF, DPF, and Regeneration
- Toolbox Talks: Do Not Rush
- Toolbox Talks: Electrical Cord
- Toolbox Talks: Electrical Hazard ID
- Toolbox Talks: Emergency Preparedness - Fire
- Toolbox Talks: Emergency Preparedness - Injury
- Toolbox Talks: Emergency Preparedness - Severe Weather
- Toolbox Talks: Excavation Slope Shore Shield
- Toolbox Talks: Excavation Soil Classification
- Toolbox Talks: Eye and Face Protection
- Toolbox Talks: Fieldwork Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Fire Extinguishers
- Toolbox Talks: Flammable Storage
- Toolbox Talks: Forklift
- Toolbox Talks: Front-end Loader Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Gas Cylinders
- Toolbox Talks: Gas-Fuel Containers
- Toolbox Talks: General Housekeeping
- Toolbox Talks: Grain Bin Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Hand and Power Tools
- Toolbox Talks: Hearing Protection
- Toolbox Talks: Heat
- Toolbox Talks: Home Office Ergonomics
- Toolbox Talks: Hot Work
- Toolbox Talks: Incidents
- Toolbox Talks: Insect Bites and Stings
- Toolbox Talks: Jacks
- Toolbox Talks: Ladder
- Toolbox Talks: Load Securement - Tiedowns
- Toolbox Talks: Load Securement - WLL
- Toolbox Talks: Load Securement Flatbed
- Toolbox Talks: Lockout-Tagout (LOTO)
- Toolbox Talks: Needle Stick Prevention
- Toolbox Talks: Outdoor Ergonomics
- Toolbox Talks: Pesticide Use
- Toolbox Talks: Pneumatic Tools
- Toolbox Talks: Poisonous Plants Identification
- Toolbox Talks: Poisonous Plants Prevention
- Toolbox Talks: Post Driver
- Toolbox Talks: Power Take Off
- Toolbox Talks: Power Washer
- Toolbox Talks: PPE
- Toolbox Talks: Pre Op Checklist
- Toolbox Talks: Proper Lifting
- Toolbox Talks: Refueling
- Toolbox Talks: Reporting a Fire
- Toolbox Talks: Reporting Incidents
- Toolbox Talks: Respiratory Protection
- Toolbox Talks: Riding Lawnmower
- Toolbox Talks: Safe Knife Handling
- Toolbox Talks: Safety First
- Toolbox Talks: Safety First (fillable)
- Toolbox Talks: Severe Weather
- Toolbox Talks: Sharps Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Shop Safety Culture
- Toolbox Talks: Slow-moving Vehicles
- Toolbox Talks: Snow Blower
- Toolbox Talks: Snow Shoveling
- Toolbox Talks: Spill Kits
- Toolbox Talks: Spray Painting
- Toolbox Talks: Three Point Rule to Avoid Falls
- Toolbox Talks: Ticks
- Toolbox Talks: Tool Guarding
- Toolbox Talks: Trimmer Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Utility Vehicle Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Walking and Working Surfaces
- Toolbox Talks: Water Safety
- Toolbox Talks: Welding and Cutting
- Toolbox Talks: What is biosecurity?
- Toolbox Talks: Winter Walking
- Toolbox Talks: Working Alone
This resource is intended to facilitate health and safety discussions about working alone. - Tractor Safety Guidelines
These guidelines outline the policies and procedures for the safe operation of tractors. - Transporting Compressed Gas Cylinders or Cryogens by Elevator SOP
- Transporting Cylinders SOP
- Universal Waste Lamps Handling Guide
- Vacuum Pump Factsheet
- Vacuum Pump Safety Poster
- Vacuum Pumps SOP
- Vertical Bandsaw Data Sheet
- Vertical Panel Saw Data Sheet
- Waste and Recycling Guidelines
Iowa State University generates a wide variety of waste materials. These materials range from common paper trash and glass to hazardous items such as chemicals, appliances, computers, and radioactive materials. The Waste and Recycling Guide provides information to Iowa State University personnel regarding the management of waste items, including identification, disposal, recycling, and waste minimization. - What Not to Burn Poster
Examples of items that should not be incinerated according to the university incinerator procedures. - What Not to Flush Poster
Examples of items that shouldn't be flushed down drains. - Workplace Hazard Assessment for Personnel with Animal Contact
Personnel with animal contact should use this form to assist them in determining and mitigating the hazards found in their workplace. - X-ray Inspection Criteria
These criteria are used for areas posted and approved for X-ray or radiation-producing device use. - X-Ray or Radiation-Producing Device Authorization Application
- X-ray Safety Manual
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