Hazardous Use and Storage Program:
1. Purpose / Scope
2. Definitions
3. Exemptions / Exclusions
4. Responsibilities
5. Training
6. Forms Used
7. Procedures Used
8. Guidelines / Rules
9. Related Documents/References
10. Revision Record
Attachment A - Exempted Materials
1. PURPOSE / SCOPE
1.1 Purpose:
The use of hazardous materials at CSU Northridge creates a variety of potential safety and environmental compliance issues. The purpose of this Procedure is to ensure that applicable compliance issues are considered and addressed.
1.2 Scope:
This procedure applies to all faculty, staff and auxiliary organizations that store or use hazardous materials on campus.
2.1 Academic Year
The one (1) year period beginning with the first day of instruction of the Fall semester.
2.2 Biological Agents and Toxins:
Biological agents and toxins that have the potential to pose a severe threat to public health and safety. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Select Agent Program oversees these activities and registers all laboratories and other entities in the United States of America that possess, use, or transfer a select agent or toxin.
2.3 Chemical Abstract Services Registry Number (CAS #):
A unique numerical identifier created and assigned to a chemical substance by the Chemical Abstract Society CAS).
2.4 Campus Chemical Inventory:
An inventory consisting of the all the individual hazardous materials inventories maintained and managed by EH&S.
2.5 Concentration:
Refers to the percentage of the main component of the hazardous material.
2.6 Container Type:
The basic material of construction of the container. (glass, plastic, metal, bag, box, etc.).
2.7 Cycle Count:
A method to assess the accuracy of the chemical inventory by counting a subset of the inventory and comparing this data to the information on record.
2.8 Department Heads and Managers:
University employees with authority over and responsibility for a Division, Department, Office, or program.
2.9 Hazardous Materials:
For the purposes of this procedure hazardous material are chemical substances, which if released or misused can pose a threat to the environment or health.
2.10 Hazardous Materials of Concern:
Materials that are specifically regulated by Federal, State, or Local agencies or that may have specialized storage or handling requirements. Refer to Section 9 RELATED DOCUMENTS / REFERENCES for links to various lists of materials.
2.11 Storage Location:
A general description of where the material(s) are normally stored. Examples include: approved safety cabinets (flammable, acid, etc.), fume hoods, bench top.
3.1 Pharmaceuticals and Medications
Pharmaceuticals and medications managed and maintained by the Student Health Center.
3.2 Underground Storage Tank
Underground Storage Tank managed by Physical Plant Management (PPM).
3.4 Other Hazardous Materials
Other Hazardous Materials may be exempted from the requirements of this procedure upon written request by the Department and approval by the Environmental Health and Safety Department:
- Submit a request on form EF 2102.01 Inventory Form; and
- Include the basis for the exemption.
- If the request is approved the exempted materials will be recorded in Appendix A of this procedure.
4.1 Departments, Colleges and Auxiliary Organizations:
Accountable for ensuring these procedures are followed in their department or college.
4.2 Department Heads and Managers:
Responsible for ensuring adequate resources are available to fulfill the requirements of this procedure within their areas of responsibility.
4.3 Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S):
Responsible for maintaining the Campus Chemical Inventory, developing cycle count requirements and managing exclusions and exemption requests.
5.1 Informal training shall be provided on the requirements of this procedure and the safe handling of the hazardous materials stored and used. Training methods may include: mentoring, on the job (OJT) and self study training methods and will be administered by the Departments in conjunction with EH&S.
6.1 EF 2102.01 Chemical Inventory Form
6.2 EF 2102.02 Inventory Form Instructions
6.3 EF 2102.03 HHS and USDA Select Agents and Toxins List
7.1 Inventories:
Inventories of hazardous materials will be conducted, at a minimum, biennially (every two years) and must be completed by the beginning of the Fall Semester in odd numbered years. Cycle counts will be conducted on an as needed basis. The materials to be included in the cycle count will be identified by EH&S.
Hazardous Materials
7.2 Chemical Inventory Form
Record the following information in EF 2102.01 Chemical Inventory Form, or compatible worksheet pre-approved by EH&S. EF 2102.02 Inventory Form Instructions provides additional information on the units of measure and abbreviations used for completing the Chemical Inventory Form.
- Building identification (name)
- Room number
- Storage location
- CAS #
- Common name
- Concentration
- Container type
- Container size
- Number of containers
- Total quantity
7.3 Hazardous Materials Storage
Hazardous materials will be stored in containers compatible with the materials and in volumes and locations to reduce their potential health and safety risks. Secondary containment will be used when potentially incompatible materials are stored adjacent to each other or when the accidental release or spill of the hazardous materials might create a health or safety risk.
Note: Hazardous materials shall NOT be stored in sinks.
8.1 Inventory Marking
A color code system will be used to determine if a container has been inventoried. Each container will be marked* with a colored dot with a colored paint marker to indicate it has been included in the current inventory. If the container is included in subsequent inventories it shall be marked again with the current year’s color to the right of the previous mark.
NOTE: Do not mark on or otherwise obscure the Supplier’s labeling or identification.
Color Code Methodology Last Digit of the Inventory Year Color 1 Red 3 Blue 5 Green 7 Yellow 9 White 8.2 Chemical Storage Guidelines
9. RELATED DOCUMENTS /REFERENCES
9.1. Hazardous Materials of Concern
Carcinogens
Extremely Hazardous Substances
- Any quantity of material listed in the “EPCRA TPQ § 302” and “EPCRA RQ § 304” columns
- Toxic Air Contaminants
- South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
- Rule 1401, New Source Review of Toxic Air Contaminants (Refer to page 13, table 1)
9.2. Chemical Abstract Services Registry
9.3. Chemical Storage Guidelines
9.4. HSS and USD Agents and Toxins
APPENDIX A-Exempted Material
- Revision 1.0
- Establishes initial procedure, forms and guidelines: March 20, 2007
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