In additon to the required safety training, we offer:
PCBs: Handling and Disposal
Polychlorinated Byphenals (PCBs) are located in the ballasts of pre-1979 fluorescent light fixtures. The process for handling and disposal must meet EPA requirements. The program was developed and training for staff completed in 2001. Anyone who missed the training sessions and handles PCBs should contact Joe Brinson for individual training.
Audience: Custodians, Custodial Supervisors, Electricians, Area Mechanics, High Voltage Electricians, Area Managers
Voluntary Use of Respirators Program
Dust Mask Wearers must complete the training developed by HPO. Review the Voluntary Use of Respirators Training Program (.doc) then take the online test which is accessible at the end of the document. To register for the test contact Darlene Clausen 335-5115.
We also refer staff to the University Health Protection Office for information on ergonomics.
Ergonomics Awareness Program
Ergonomics is the science of fitting the workplace conditions and job demands to the worker. This information is intended to provide workers and supervisors with a minimum basic understanding of ergonomics as it relates to The University of Iowa. It is intended to be used as an aid for one-on-one training as well as for group sessions. For further information, guidance and questions contact David Hackbarth, Safety Engineer, Health Protection Office, at 335-9547.
The purpose of the University's Ergonomics Program is to identify and reduce or eliminate conditions that can cause or aggravate musculoskeletal disorders.
