Labs and Studios - November
Labs and Studios Minutes –Nov 27 2024
Present: T. Moore, M. Moore, A. Diochon, C. Surette, M. Sorokopud, H. Forsyth, S. Azarhazin, K. Bhatia
TIME Commenced: 3 PM by zoom
Agenda : MOTION C.S. SECOND M.M. Carried.
Sept 25, 2024 Minutes : MOTION M.S. SECOND M.M. Carried.
Injuries/Incidents
Hydrology Lab CB0043. Cut on hand working with gabions (wire wall filled with rocks) without hand protection. No incident report submitted, so student information is sparse. Cut resistant gloves on order, but no list of all users of the space and work being done. Structures Lab CB1044 - Currently the space is closed for access after hours until training and access lists can be created and proper SOPs can be formed for training. Further details are being sought.
Anthropology
Awaiting incident report on trip and fall during field training that resulted in a minor scrape to the knee with no medical aid required. Full report will be shared with the committee at the next meeting.
Inspections -
NRM - Eyewash station not working, water in lights, ceiling tile damaged in BB-1016, BB-1071A ceiling tile down, roof damaged/leaking in BB-1061
LUIL - No issues
CHEM - generally okay - One eyewash needed to be tested.
LUEL - Table in front of electrical panel
ANTH - Mixed storage
Science Workshop - External contractor moved through active workspace without PPE or notice/asking about work being done (machines in use in the machine shop). Similar issue with CHEM (Campbell lab in CASES)
KINE - Cylinder storage need caps, fire pull station too high (previously accessible with stairs), basketball nets in front of exit, eyewash tag needed
LUARS - smoke detector needs battery, guards missing from mower, flammable storage, buildup boxes/bags of stalks, fire extinguisher blocked.
NURS - water leak from roof (repeat issue). Cold complaint (seemed fine upon reinspection).
PSYCH - generally fine, but lead paint peeling in storage room (1002A).
Student H&C - No Issues
Mech Eng - CB-1010 key issue (piece broken in lock). Propane stored in the lab, cylinder storage issues. ESA certification marks not visible on some items. Door signs to update, eyewash to be checked regularly - some eyewash needing resecured and dust covers replaced. Cord end replacements. Loose shelving needing re-secured. Some lifted tiles.
BRI - eyewash cards illegible. Compressed gas cylinder storage issue.
PALEO DNA - safety shower close to electrical outlet. To follow up to ensure GFCI or distance to closest receptacle.
Outstanding
Biology CASES
Outdoor Rec
Powerhouse
Fire Lab
Old Business
Biosafety Inspections – Sudip Rakshit
Autoclave logbook, SOP update, lab signage update
TA Training Site
Not much feedback so far. General notice to go out.
Labs Unsecured Report
Decreased since September (10), October (2), November (1).
Chemical Waste Pick Up
Waiting for quotations. Pickup will be scheduled once a vendor is selected.
New Business
Lab Safety Policy
Approved and on website
Decommissioning of Laboratories and Laboratory Equipment Policy
Q. What about moving into areas with residues in cabinets/fumehoods/etc. A. Whomever has control of the space when vacating, has the proper knowledge to decontaminate the materials before they go to a new order. A2 Before moving into a new space, identify any decontamination safety concerns to your appropriate Chair/Dean/Director so that work can be done before you move materials into the space. There are many challenges if this is left until after a faculty member leaves the university.
Reminder that lab decommissioning should be done before members leave/retire even if they are returning as Emeriti. This should also be done whenever members move spaces.
The committee will review and submit any additional comments on the updated Lab Decommission Policy by Dec 3, 2024.
Workplace Violence Policy
Received approval. Other policies. Given issues occuring at other institutions, members are recommended to review the policy.
Lab Decommissioning – Phil Fralick/Roger
Plan for materials in place and decommission actions will begin soon.
Alternate Designate for CUPE
Elected from CUPE at AGM.
The committee welcomes Maral Ghaedibardeh, phD candidate from Civil Engineering Department.
Acid Bath Safety Resource
Available to the committee or workers to use for reference.
Other Business
Adjournment: 3:47 pm