01.0 Safety Management Policy

01.0 Safety Management Policy

Table of Contents 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Scope 1.3 Responsibilities 1.4 Authority to Suspend or Stop Work 1.5 Regulatory Introduction 1.6 Expectations to Plan Safe Work 1.7 Safety Compliance 1.8 Resources 1.9 Exclusions 1.10 EHS Document Binder (the blue binder) Related Documents EHS Standards of Care 1.1 Introduction The University of Michigan (U-M) is committed to:...

02.0 Emergencies

Table of Contents 2.1 Introduction 2.2 First Aid and Medical Services 2.3 Incident Reporting 2.4 Posting Requirements 2.5 Recordkeeping 2.6 Chemical Spill Response 2.7 Gas Alarms, Exhaust Flow Monitors, Etc. 2.8 Utility Outages Related Documents 2.1 Introduction The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) is the lead agency within the University for all emergency...

03.0 Waste Disposal and Management

Table of Contents 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Hazardous Waste Management 3.3 Chemical Reuse Program 3.4 Sanitary Sewer Wastewater / Drain Disposal 3.5 Stormwater Management Related Documents 3.1 Introduction Most waste products are regulated by state and federal agencies. Items that CANNOT be disposed of into our regular trash waste stream (i.e., anything that will end up...

04.0 Safety Training

Table of Contents 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Assigning Safety Training Requirements 4.3 New Hire Safety Training Checklist Related Documents Training Matrix 4.1 Introduction All newly hired workers must receive initial safety training. This includes temporary workers, contracted workers, student workers, interns, and volunteers. At a minimum, this training must cover the department’s emergency action plan (EAP),...

05.0 Hazard Communication

Table of Contents 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Controls to Reduce Exposures to Hazardous Materials 5.3 Chemical Procurement, Labeling, Storage, and Inventory 5.4 Chemical Labeling 5.5 Chemical Storage 5.6 Chemical Lists and Safety Data Sheets 5.7 Chemical Hazard Information and Training 5.8 Department Specific Supplemental Documents Related Documents Department Specific Hazcom Plan DetailsSDS PosterRevised SDS Poster 5.1...

06.0 Personal Protective Equipment

Table of Contents 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Hazard Assessment and Selection 6.3 Selecting and Obtaining PPE 6.4 Training 6.5 Maintenance and Inspection 6.6 Sharing PPE 6.7 PPE Protection and Selection 6.8 Other Protective Equipment 6.9 Site Specific PPE Requirements Related Documents Comprehensive PPE Hazard Assessment Guideline for Maintenance and Trades PPE Hazard Assessment Form and Guidance...

07.0 Respiratory Protection

Table of Contents 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Responsibilities 7.3 Procedures General 7.4 Hazard Determination and Equipment Selection 7.5 Employment Status and Medical Clearance 7.6 Fit Testing and Fit Checking 7.7 Maintenance, Care, and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment 7.8 Assurance of Appropriate Air Quality for Air Supplying Respirators 7.9 Annual Training on Respirator Use 7.10 Program...

08.0 Hearing Conservation

Table of Contents 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Noise Exposure Limits and Hearing Conservation Program 8.3 Procedure 8.4 Training 8.5 Engineering Controls 8.6 Noise Reduction Ratings 8.1 Introduction High noise levels have the potential to result in permanent hearing loss, and it is important to reduce personal exposures to the extent feasible. Employees shall be trained in...

09.0 Research Safety

Table of Contents 9.1 Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) 9.2 Biosafety Manual 9.3 Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) and Exposure Control Plan (ECP) 9.4 Laser Safety 9.5 Animal Handler Occupational Health & Safety 9.6 Diving Operations Related Documents U-M Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)Hazardous Work in Laboratories StandardThe U-M Biosafety ManualU-M Exposure Control Plan (ECP)...

10.0 Electrical Safety

Table of Contents 10.1 Introduction 10.2 General Requirements 10.3 Electrical Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Work 10.4 Construction Site Electrical Work 10.5 Electrical Parts, Wiring, and Installations 10.6 Training 10.7 Personval Protective Equipment 10.8 Personal Protective Equipment Inspection and Care 10.9 Approach Boundaries 10.10 Energized Electrical Work Permit Related Documents Energized Electrical Work PermitCircuit Breaker...

11.0 Machine Shop and Makerspace Safety

Table of Contents 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Machine Shop Safety for Academic Departments Policy Statement 11.3 Unit Specific Machine Shop Safety Policy Development 11.4 Responsibilities 11.5 Purchase Considerations and Space Considerations 11.6 Finishing Products 11.7 3D Printers 11.8 Laser Tools 11.9 Soldering 11.10 Machine Shop Classification 11.11 Potential Hazards 11.12 Personal Protective Equipment 11.13 Training Requirements...

12.0 Machine Guarding, Robots, and Autonomous Equipment

Table of Contents 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Autonomous Vehicles 12.3 Where Mechanical Hazards Occur 12.4 Types of Machine Guards 12.5 Types of Machine Safeguarding Devices 12.6 EHS Support and Inspections 12.7 Machine Specific Safeguarding Standards Related Documents 12.1 Introduction One or more methods of machine guarding shall be provided to protect the operator and other employees...

13.0 Lockout Tagout

Table of contents 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Training 13.3 Procedures 13.4 Lockout Tagout Device Application 13.5 Group Lockout Tagout 13.6 Shift or Personnel Changes 13.7 Out of Service 13.8 Abandoned Lock and Lockout Lock Removal by Supervisor 13.9 Outside Personnel Related Documents Lock Removal Authorization FormLOTO Equipment Procedure Form – Blank 13.1 Introduction This Lockout Tagout...

14.0 Permitted Equipment

Table of Contents 14.1 Introduction 14.2 Responsibilities 14.3 Obtaining a Permit 14.4v Permit Renewal 14.5 Refresher Training 14.6 Revoking a Permit Related Documents Related DocumentsContractor Equipment Use Waiver and Indemnification Agreement – User Contractor Equipment Use Waiver and Indemnification Agreement – Company 14.1 Introduction This program applies to University of Michigan (U-M) employees, contract vendor...

15.0 Crane, Hoist, and Sling Safety

Table of Contents 15.1 Introduction 15.2 Bridge and Gantry Cranes 15.3 Responsibilities 15.4 Procedures 15.5 Training Package and Related Educational Materials Related Documents Daily Inspection Checklist 15.1 Introduction The Crane, Hoist, and Sling Safety program will ensure this equipment is used properly and maintained in a safe manner. It requires all departments with cranes, hoists,...

16.0 Confined Spaces

Table of Contents 16.1 Introduction 16.2 Training 16.3 Confined Space Evaluation and Classification 16.4 Monitoring of Hazardous Atmospheres 16.5 Implementation of Control Measures 16.6 Establish Communication 16.7 Other Entry Precautions 16.8 Hot Work 16.9 Enclosed Space 16.10 Evacuation and Rescue Plan 16.11 Procedures for Outside Contractors 16.12 Confined Space Evaluation Form and Confined Space Entry...

17.0 Walking-Working Surfaces

Table of Contents 17.1 Introduction 17.2 Training 17.3 Ladders 17.4 Stairways 17.5 Dockboards 17.6 Fall Protection and Falling Object Protection 17.7 Rope Decent Systems 17.8 Work on Low-Sloped Roofs 17.9 Protection from Falling Objects 17.10 Personal Fall Arrest Systems Related Documents Low Sloped Roofs 17.1 Introduction This Walking-Working Surfaces Safety Program is designed to increase...

18.0 Servicing Potentially Hazardous Exhaust Systems and Rooftop Hazards

Table of Contents 18.1 Introduction 18.2 Procedures 18.3 Supporting Documents Related Documents Warning Scheduled Work Sign Do Not Use Out of Service by EHS SignShutdown Coordination and RequestOptional Haz Exhaust Investigation Checklist 18.1 Introduction The purpose of this Program is to prevent potential hazardous exhaust exposure to workers and users of hazardous exhaust systems while...

19.0 Hot Work Safety

Table of Contents 19.1 Introduction 19.2 Procedures 19.3 Hot Work Permits 19.4 Training 19.5 Arc Welding and Cutting Related Documents Hot Work PermitPDF Hot WorkHot Work two per page PDF 19.1 Introduction Hot Work is any work activity which produces an open flame or sparks (e.g., welding, brazing, metal grinding, etc.). Because of this, these...

20.0 Compressed Gases, Liquefied Gases, Cryogenic Gases and Liquids

Table of Contents 20.1 Introduction 20.2 Compress Gas Hazards 20.3 Training Requirements 20.4 Restricted Hazardous Gases 20.5 Maximum Allowable Quantities 20.6 Compressed Gas Cylinder Labels 20.7 Uses 20.8 Engineering Control Measures 20.9 Administrative Controls 20.10 Personal Protective Equipment 20.11 Storage Requirements for Compressed Gases 20.12 Waste Disposal 20.13 Hazards of Common Compressed Gases and Hazard...

21.0 Asbestos

22.0 Lead

23.0 Silica

24.0 Pesticides

25.0 Heat Stress

26.0 Cold Stress

27.0 Motor Vehicle Operators

28.0 Water Safety and Watercraft

29.0 Food Safety

30.0 Ergonomics

31.0 Hand and Power Tool Safety

32.0 Excavation

33.0 Cellular and Radio Antenna Safety

34.0 AED Program

35.0 Scaffolds

36.0 Radiation Safety

37.0 Engineering Controls Certification and Maintenance

38.0 Definitions

39.0 Major Revisions