To view this newsletter on the web, visit: https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/research/newsletter/safety-equipment-news... To view this as a PDF (intranet), visit: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Intranet/Groups/Schools/MSE/Facilities/Safety... MSE Safety & Equipment Newsletter for April 2024 **** Important Upcoming Dates **** * This Monday, April 8th: Solar Eclipse! (near-totality at ~ 3:07 pm in West Lafayette) * Wednesday, April 17th: PUMA Clean-Up Event in ARMS Teaching and Research Lab Spaces * Friday, May 3rd: Last day that un-paid student researchers can work in MSE lab spaces, including MSE 499 and MSE Senior Design students. Students – please remember to clean out your drawers and lockers, including the lockers in the ARMS basement hallway (see second item below). **** April 8th Eclipse Safety **** During a total solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, obscuring the Sun. Viewing the eclipse directly without proper eye protection can cause severe irreversible damage, including permanent blindness. Specialized solar viewing glasses<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fbuy%2Fsolar-eclipse-glasses-accessories%2Fci%2F32948&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206373095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HHrnSMHWl%2BKoa8prtWpdFsZsC0yRSw3yJqY4QBAmJcU%3D&reserved=0> or solar filters<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fbrowse%2Fsolar-filters%2Fci%2F57106&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206373095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=15%2BGDXN9GagzTJnMrRehQsJ5295qZMSRHgAxWESat8Y%3D&reserved=0> are essential to safeguard eyesight as well as your cameras (smartphone and other). Indirect viewing methods such as pinhole projectors or solar viewers also provide a safe way to observe the eclipse. But other homemade or improvised viewing devices like dark sunglasses or smoked glass are not safe. For those going south towards the path of totality (Indianapolis, Bloomington, Muncie, etc, see image below), there is an increased risk of eye damage just following totality. During totality, the Sun will be completely occluded, and solar glasses are no longer needed (if still worn, you will be missing out<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.npr.org%2Fsections%2Fhealth-shots%2F2024%2F03%2F18%2F1238944697%2Fget-ready-april-8-eclipse-glasses-eye-safety-damage-protection-doctors&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206373095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qFO1V2z0RQVKh2HbqlwnONOszQ7Jo9leCzsRP5Qjr7A%3D&reserved=0>). Totality in Indianapolis is from 3:06:06 P.M. to 3:09:53 P.M. However, near the end of totality, eclipse filters must be put back in place again as your eyes will have adjusted to the darkness when the flood of sunlight returns. The eyes’ adjustment to the darkness will allow too much light into your eyes, potentially causing irreversible damage. (h/t Matthew Kaboolian, current MSE student) [A map with text and a circle Description automatically generated] NASA website<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscience.nasa.gov%2Feclipses%2Ffuture-eclipses%2Feclipse-2024%2Fwhere-when%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206373095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lAyHCDU3SVnarHt7CvitiicxKurAY%2BPnYL%2FeW7Isjn0%3D&reserved=0> Article: “How to use your smartphone to photograph the solar eclipse” (Washington Post<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonpost.com%2Ftechnology%2F2024%2F03%2F24%2Fhow-to-take-pictures-eclipse-phone%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206373095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Wogg4zFsWgv7hm5gyRXnDBOJBqpy9SOtCa5uFcUXJWw%3D&reserved=0>) Article: “Eclipses injured their eyes, and the world never looked the same” (New York Times<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nytimes.com%2F2024%2F03%2F20%2Fhealth%2Ftotal-solar-eclipse-eye-safety.html%3Fsmid%3Durl-share&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206529372%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oVPq5EWfdk0st8%2BFCPzPIMQlpHd0mCPQARqYtV8z3v8%3D&reserved=0>) **** ARMS Basement Hallway Lockers **** The bank of lockers that is located in the ARMS main basement hallway (near ARMS B197 conference room) will be moved in the near future. To prepare for this move, the lockers will be cleaned out by the MSE Safety Officer beginning on Monday, May 6th. Samples, consumable materials, and other personal items will be disposed of after this date. So, if you, your research, or your Senior Design group have samples in those lockers, please clean out and/or relocate your materials to a more suitable space. For example, samples and research items should be stored in a HazCom or CHP lab space; personal items should be stored in your office or taken home. **** Spring ISP Inspection Updates (ARMS and MSEE) **** Thank you to everyone who assisted with the ARMS and MSEE Integrated Safety Plan<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/isp/index.html> (ISP) lab certification by filling out the Self-Audit Checklist<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/documents/forms/ispcheck.pdf> for their lab spaces in January & February. These forms have been submitted to Purdue EHS for review, which will be followed by unannounced lab space inspections by EHS in mid- to late-April. After the inspections, an “Items of Concern” list is created for each lab space and sent to the MSE lab supervisors for correction (abatement). Please watch for emails from the MSE Safety Officer later this month. **** ARMS Water Update **** The recent cold snap a few weeks ago resulted in multiple issues with ARMS’s water pipes as well as the water tower on Slater Hill, which led to rust-colored sediment becoming suspended in our tap water for a few days. But of course, it is no secret that the water quality in ARMS has been deteriorating over the last few years. The MSE Safety Committee was also informed recently that the water usage rates of ARMS are higher compared to neighboring buildings, perhaps suggesting a link between poor water quality and increased water usage (e.g., from building users needing to flush their pipes more frequently, pass their water through filters, etc.). We will be investigating these issues over the next few months, in collaboration with Purdue EHS and Purdue Physical Facilities and Sustainability Groups. As a first step in our investigation, the following link is to a short voluntary survey to solicit questions and concerns from MSE personnel about the water in your various work spaces (ARMS and others), including teaching and research labs as well as offices and common spaces: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6xSONtkhidWKjHw<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_6xSONtkhidWKjHw&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206529372%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=emlnml9T6Ye0gDzOXjOLDMlRUKwG%2BIjfBOi68PJyvDA%3D&reserved=0> More targeted surveys will follow this summer as we pin-point issues within ARMS. Thank you for your help over the next few months. Please reach out to the MSE Safety Committee (mse-safety@purdue.edu<mailto:mse-safety@purdue.edu>) with any questions. **** New AED in ARMS **** A newly installed AED (automated external defibrillator) is located on the first floor of ARMS near the elevators – see image and map below. This is a Cardiac Science G5 AED placed by the Purdue Fire Department. Purdue Fire is looking to see if it is equipped with child pads currently. Per Lt. Kevin Luse: “Adult pads can be used on a child by placing one pad on the center back and one on the center chest.” Please visit the Red Cross website <https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redcross.org%2Ftake-a-class%2Faed%2Fusing-an-aed%2Fwhat-is-aed&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206529372%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=52VqiiKR11gptgPfBvj2Q9FltepflIFdeESsdHnfjX4%3D&reserved=0> to learn more about when and how to use these life-saving devices. [cid:image003.png@01DA85EB.329C16F0] [cid:image005.png@01DA85EB.329C16F0] **** PPE and Lab Access Reminders **** As activity in our MSE lab spaces ramps up this spring, there has been a rise in MSE personnel wearing improper attire. As a reminder, the PPE<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/laboratory/Personal/PPE/ppe_index%20.html> required for each lab space is listed on the Hazard Assessment door posting. Required lab attire typically includes the following: 1. Safety glasses 2. Closed-toed shoes 3. Long pants 4. Hair tied back 5. No loose clothing or jewelry 6. Lab coat (if working in a CHP lab) Additional task-specific PPE may also be required (e.g., heat-resistant silver suits when casting molten metal, thick gloves when handling liquid nitrogen). And please remember that eating & drinking in the lab spaces is not permitted (and unsanitary – yuck). **** Recent Safety Awards **** Congrats to Prof. Erk who was awarded two safety awards this spring in recognition of her efforts as the Faculty Chair of the MSE Safety Committee over the last 7 years, spanning the tenure of three MSE safety officers and one global pandemic (!). She was awarded the 2023 Presidential Safety Award<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/laboratory/Personal/psa.html> from Purdue EHS and Indiana Dept. of Labor’s Everyday Safety Hero<https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2024/Q1/indianas-everyday-safety-hero-award-honors-two-purdue-safety-champions.html> award. Thanks to Prof. Erk and the whole 2023-2024 MSE Safety Committee: Casey Peters Technical Staff, MSE Safety Officer Kendra Erk Faculty, MSE Safety Chair John Howarter​, Maria Okuniewski​, Davin Piercey​, Lia Stanciu​, Ernesto Marinero​ Faculty Danielle Heichel Instructional Staff Tim VanMeter​, Sam Schmidt, Saeid Kakooei Technical Staff Maddi Walsh Administrative Staff Shiyu Zhou, Lizabeth Quigley, Nicole Franklin* Graduate Students, *MSE GSA Rep Cameron Hillsman, Gavin White Undergraduate Students & PUMA Reps *** And let’s not forget about personal health and safety... *** The end of the semester brings excitement for summer break with the stress of more deadlines (and even more parties). Here is a collection of links which may be helpful: - Purdue’s safe walk program<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/police/community-services/services/safe-walk.php> (24/7 escorts to/from campus buildings): call 765-494-SAFE (7233) - Purdue links to report a safety concern or incident<https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/students/report.html>, including “Student of Concern” reporting - Office of Graduate Assistance<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/student/oga/index.html>, including Ombuds - Purdue’s Mental & Emotional Health<https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/parents/mentalhealth.html> services - Purdue University Student Health (PUSH<https://www.purdue.edu/push/index.html>) service, including CAPS<https://www.purdue.edu/caps/> **** Equipment & Lab Access Reminders **** If you encounter a piece of broken equipment, or have any questions about a specific piece of equipment, you should contact a member of the MSE Technical Staff: * For sample prep (i.e., saws, grinding wheels) equipment and mechanical testing equipment: Tim VanMeter<mailto:tcvanmet@purdue.edu> * For characterization equipment and iLab: Sam Schmidt<mailto:schmidsd@purdue.edu> * Lab access requests (form<https://engineering.purdue.edu/Intranet/Groups/Schools/MSE/Facilities/LabAccessRequest>) * iLab equipment (link<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/research/facilities/iLab>) **** Important Links and Contact Information **** * For MSE safety questions, concerns, and lab access issues: mse-safety@purdue.edu<mailto:mse-safety@purdue.edu> or speak directly to MSE Safety Officer Casey<mailto:fiferj@purdue.edu> Peters (ARMS 2200-1) * Equipment/Safety/Consumables Reporting Form<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_7QcGyO9IVMwWRPD%3F_ga%3D2.245543812.1817797620.1567020868-632661468.1565031036&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cb816539a1ef44d581a6b08dc54a97f0b%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638478334206529372%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qe2KoVljEOoJaCgHRazwXgEMY4aaQd%2F9TMfYd2rrYy4%3D&reserved=0>  (QR Code on MSE lab doors) * Purdue REM Researcher’s Guide<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/laboratory/researchers.html#cs2>   * ARMS general safety information<https://engineering.purdue.edu/Intranet/Groups/Facilities/ArmstrongHall>   * Purdue Environmental Health & Safety Website<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/> * Purdue’s Emergency Procedures Guide<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/emergency-preparedness/emergency-plans/emergency-procedures-guide.php> * Purdue’s Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), formerly known as REM<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/> * To report an injury to Purdue EHS: link<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/froi/ai.html> * To report a campus-wide safety concern to Purdue EHS: link<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/froi/reports.html> * Purdue Police Non-Emergency: (765) 494-8221   * Purdue Fire Non-Emergency: (765) 494-6919   * Purdue REM Non-Emergency: (765) 494-6371   * For all emergencies, dial 911. Thanks for reading everyone! Prof. Erk, Casey Peters, and the MSE Safety Committee [cid:image001.png@01DA8670.D4B1C450] Kendra A. Erk Associate Professor of Materials Engineering Purdue University soft-material-mechanics.squarespace.com

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MSE Safety & Equipment Newsletter for November/December 2024 **** Important Upcoming Dates **** * November 28-29: Thanksgiving Break – administrative, faculty, and technical staff will not be available. * December 3: Last MSE Safety Committee Meeting of the Fall Semester, featuring a presentation on Hazardous Waste Compliance by Betsy Nelson, Purdue EHS (3:30 pm, MS Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjlhZWYzMmMtMjFhMS00Nzk2LThmMTQtYmU2NmM4Y2VlNDU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224130bd39-7c53-419c-b1e5-8758d6d63f21%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2210222221-31fc-409a-b607-99d74c9a37af%22%7d>) * December 13: The last day that MSE 499 and MSE 430 students are permitted to work in the labs, until spring semester resumes on January 13, 2025. * December 23 through January 1: Winter Recess – administrative, faculty, and technical staff will not be available. MSE personnel should exercise additional caution and use the buddy system for lab activities that need to take place during this time period. **** Congrats to Casey Peters, 2024 Presidential Safety Award Winner **** Casey is the winner of the 2024 Presidential Safety Award at Purdue! He was nominated by Dr. Robin Ridgway, Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance at Purdue. From his nomination: Since joining the School of Materials Engineering, Casey has successfully implemented an exceptional safety program, demonstrating significant improvements that have enhanced workplace safety for Materials Engineering. His commitment to fostering a safety-first culture is evident in his consistent performance and proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential hazards. He has not only maintained the highest standard of safety but he has also inspired others to prioritize safety in their daily operations. Casey is diligently with ensuring safety standards are upheld and never hesitates to reach out to Purdue EHS for further support. Specific ways that Casey has gone above and beyond to ensure safety include, but are not limited to, enforcing PPE requirements, enhancing safety in MSE’s shared lab spaces, following up on fume hood alarms and repairs, taking ownership of Purdue MSE’s Integrated Safety Plan program, and encouraging frequent safety reviews. He exemplifies what it means to be a safety role model in the School of Materials Engineering and across other departments at Purdue. Congrats Casey! [A person and person holding a certificate Description automatically generated] Casey pictured with Mita Juristyarini, Interim Senior Director of Purdue EHS **** OSHA Building Inspection **** In October, Purdue EHS administered the annual OSHA Building Inspection of ARMS. Action Items were recently emailed to ARMS Lab Supervisors by Casey in November. The top 3 violations were: 1. Unlabeled Containers: All containers need appropriate labels that indicate their contents, even “water”. In particular, waste containers should be labeled using the orange Hazardous Waste Disposal Tags and include the following information: PI name, chemical names (written out; no acronyms or chemical formulas), volume percents, and an indication of hazards at bottom of label. 2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is important that all PPE be kept clean and properly maintained. If lab coats are intended to be reused, do not store them atop one another, on seats/chairs, or in any other manner where cross contamination may occur. 3. Power Strips and Extension cords: Extension cords should not be used as permanent wiring. Muli-outlet “power strips” also need to have 15-amp over-current protection (typically, these are the power strips with an “on/off” button). Household-use extension cords are not permitted due to the potential for overload. **** Safety Best Practice: Wintertime Safety **** The snow is already here(!!), so it is important to get prepared for cold temperatures and extreme weather conditions. Make sure you have a solid set of winter gear. Gloves and a warm hat are a must. Dress in multiple layers, at least three on the coldest days: a base layer, an insulating layer, and an outer shell layer. For working and playing outdoors, avoid 100% cotton clothing as it will absorb water & sweat and remove heat from your body. Opt instead for something with better “wicking” action like synthetic fleece or wool. For footwear, get sturdy shoes or boots that provide traction on ice and snow. And if driving someplace, find out about the driving conditions before leaving home. From INDOT: “Safe drivers know the weather, and their limits. If the weather is bad, remember, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow, or just don’t go.” * ISU winter dress, driving, and walking tips<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ehs.iastate.edu%2Fweather%2Fwinter%2Fwalking&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308240740%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=cxDYmiqzLJD0nIzCyM%2BcPd9UHbVc8ug6A1z71eo29QQ%3D&reserved=0> * INDOT winter driving tips<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.in.gov%2Findot%2Fsafety%2Fwinter-driving-safety-tips%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308240740%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LUNIMh7SG9HA%2F%2BI6k%2FemVYjfChXy62TYJewZJmcNiGw%3D&reserved=0> * INDOT winter operations links<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.in.gov%2Findot%2Fsafety%2Fwinter-driving-safety-tips%2Fwinter-operations%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308396989%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BXN5qUnb6JfvthhmBXTr3Z3d3FvICX6fj6mohKIy%2F7k%3D&reserved=0> (real-time road conditions, etc) **** New Program at Purdue: Safe & Sustainable Labs (S2L) **** Research laboratories are among the most resource-intensive facilities on Purdue’s campus, consuming up to 10 times more energy than similarly sized commercial buildings and generating substantial amounts of chemical, physical, and hazardous waste. To promote sustainable practices within labs and grow the sustainability culture across campus, Purdue’s EHS and the Sustainability and Energy and Utility (E&U) departments in Administrative Operations have partnered to implement the new Safe and Sustainable Labs Program (S2L)<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/environmental-programs/safeandsustainablelabs/index.html>. The S2L team works with researchers, lab managers, staff, faculty and students to implement sustainable practices and technologies in their labs without compromising the integrity of their work. Campus labs interested in participating will start by filling out an interest form<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DOb0wQVN8nEGx5YdY1tY_IXQQYrYtreVKtO6C68ee_bRUQkoxTlpHMTUyM1ZJTlIyRUNZTDlDUEtKUCQlQCN0PWcu%26_ga%3D2.97429407.1444243322.1722272840-1578993149.1715187770&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308396989%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=10oa0KyyCzysMq2IuHIPGQTGeejlVtjD1kZPsb%2FlBtM%3D&reserved=0>, after which a meeting with a S2L team member will be scheduled. During this meeting, lab personnel can discuss their current practices and receive recommended sustainability practices. Following the initial meeting, the S2L team member will conduct a baseline assessment, tour the lab and evaluate current practices. The lab will receive tailored recommendations and resources to enhance its sustainability efforts. Once the lab is ready, a certification assessment will determine the lab’s sustainability rating. **** What To Do With Unwanted/Broken Equipment, Computers and Furniture **** It’s the season of lab space cleaning and reorganization. So what should you do when you identify equipment, computers, and other items that are broken or no longer wanted? It is tempting to just push it into the hallways and pretend that the items no longer exist… But don’t do this! Cluttered hallways are a fire hazard as well as a personal safety hazard, as many items are too large for one person to safety move. So, here’s what you need to do instead for the following items: * Unwanted/Broken PCs and Related Equipment: If you have terminals, monitors, keyboards, mice, and cords that you want to get rid of, please email Maddi<mailto:mhoverm@purdue.edu> and let her know the number of items and she will provide further instructions. She will then work with ECN to have the hard drives removed and destroyed; and then the equipment will all go to Purdue Surplus. Also, please note that old computer monitors are not something that Purdue cares about… So, if you find a monitor that you would like to make your own, go ahead and keep it. * Unwanted/Broken Equipment (non-PCs): This category includes equipment with a Purdue Inventory tag and equipment without an inventory tag. The equipment might be broken, working, or status “unknown”. First, please fill out the following inventory table<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fspreadsheets%2Fd%2F1tPjAc5-LJqum-5J-YNVqhYIXvY82qs_mx8KfCtST4-g%2Fedit%3Fgid%3D0%23gid%3D0&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308396989%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6zxa7lLMqL6%2FCrd41XAuLaIEvL93KQqAfFCJIN5iQVE%3D&reserved=0>, which has spaces to input the equipment description (make, model, serial number), location, Purdue inventory number (if applicable), status, and point-of-contact names. Once the table is completed and you are ready to have the equipment removed, please email Maddi<mailto:mhoverm@purdue.edu> and she will submit the necessary paperwork to the University. In a typical situation, Maddi will contact University Surplus<https://www.purdue.edu/surplus/> to schedule a pick-up day. Surplus will then decide if they will sell the items or discard them. Please note that items should NOT be moved into the hallway at this point unless Maddi provides additional instructions. * Unwanted/Broken Office Furniture: This category includes desks, bookshelves, tables, chairs, etc. Follow the same procedure listed above for Unwanted/Broken Equipment (non-PC). Make a complete list of the items, where they are located, and a rough count (if possible), and their status. Then email Maddi<mailto:mhoverm@purdue.edu>. * Everything Else: Small unwanted and nonhazardous items should go into the trashcan or recycling bin. Large unwanted and nonhazardous items should go into the dumpster behind your building. Anything hazardous, like old/unwanted chemicals and materials, should be disposed of as Hazardous Waste following our standard protocols<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/environmental-programs/waste/>. **** Preparing for the Spring ISP Inspection **** As part of our Integrated Safety Plan<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/isp/index.html> (ISP) lab certification with Purdue EHS, each year we conduct a guided “self-audit” of the safety training procedures, hazards, and hygiene of all lab spaces that MSE personnel utilize at Purdue using this Self-Audit Checklist<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/documents/forms/ispcheck.pdf>. After our self-audit checklists are submitted, EHS staff will inspect select lab spaces in each building. To prepare for these self-audits and inspections, please be proactive in identifying and abating (fixing) any lingering lab safety and hygiene issues in the lab space where you most frequently work. And, if you are so inclined, you/your lab can complete & submit the Self-Audit Checklist anytime between now and January 31. This could be a fun Finals Week group activity?! The indemnification timeline is as follows: * January 31: Self-Audit Checklists must be submitted to the MSE Safety Committee for review and corrections, if needed. * March 1: Self-Audit Checklists are submitted to Purdue EHS and select labs are inspected. A list of Items of Concern is created for each lab space and sent to the MSE lab supervisors for correction (abatement). * April 15: Abatement reports are submitted to Purdue EHS for final review and certification. Please watch for future announcements from Casey about this important process. *** And let’s not forget about personal health and safety... *** The end of the semester brings excitement for winter break with the stress of more deadlines (and even more holiday parties). Here is a collection of links which may be helpful: - Purdue’s safe walk program<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/police/community-services/services/safe-walk.php> (24/7 escorts to/from campus buildings): call 765-494-SAFE (7233) - Purdue links to report a safety concern or incident<https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/students/report.html>, including “Student of Concern” reporting - Office of Graduate Assistance<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/student/oga/index.html>, including Ombuds - Purdue’s Mental & Emotional Health<https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/parents/mentalhealth.html> services - Purdue University Student Health (PUSH<https://www.purdue.edu/push/index.html>) service, including CAPS<https://www.purdue.edu/caps/> **** Equipment & Lab Access Reminders **** If you encounter a piece of broken equipment, or have any questions about a specific piece of equipment, you should contact a member of the MSE Technical Staff: * For sample prep (i.e., saws, grinding wheels) equipment and mechanical testing equipment: Tim VanMeter<mailto:tcvanmet@purdue.edu> * For characterization equipment and iLab: Sam Schmidt<mailto:schmidsd@purdue.edu> * Lab access requests (form<https://engineering.purdue.edu/Intranet/Groups/Schools/MSE/Facilities/LabAccessRequest>) * iLab equipment (link<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/research/facilities/iLab>) **** Important Links and Contact Information **** * For MSE safety questions, concerns, and lab access issues: mse-safety@purdue.edu<mailto:mse-safety@purdue.edu> or speak directly to MSE Safety Officer Casey<mailto:fiferj@purdue.edu> Peters (ARMS 2200-1) * Equipment/Safety/Consumables Reporting Form<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_7QcGyO9IVMwWRPD%3F_ga%3D2.245543812.1817797620.1567020868-632661468.1565031036&data=05%7C02%7Cmsepostdoc-list%40ecn.purdue.edu%7Cd239111bced84d1072b908dd0b3c69a9%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C0%7C0%7C638679076308396989%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=M5yAX3XZRgeLGZFcQMSRQvjPHnu5ZmRNlaRUSYNYgsw%3D&reserved=0>  (QR Code on MSE lab doors) * Purdue’s Emergency Procedures Guide<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/emergency-preparedness/emergency-plans/emergency-procedures-guide.php> * Purdue’s Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), formerly known as REM<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/> * To report an injury to Purdue EHS: link<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/froi/ai.html> * To report a campus-wide safety concern to Purdue EHS: link<https://www.purdue.edu/ehps/rem/froi/reports.html> * Purdue Police Non-Emergency: (765) 494-8221   * Purdue Fire Non-Emergency: (765) 494-6919   * Purdue REM Non-Emergency: (765) 494-6371   * For all emergencies, dial 911. Thanks for reading everyone! Prof. Erk, Casey Peters, and the MSE Safety Committee [cid:image006.png@01DB3CFB.5D4AE990]