Environmental Health
& Safety
Your partner in compliance
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Organizational Structure
Dr. David Bosserman, Vice President
Administration & Finance
Kathy Elliott, Associate Vice President
and Controller
Don Pierce, Director
Environmental Health & Safety
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Department Organization
Don Pierce
EHS Director
Juanita Phelan
Administrative
Assistant
Greg Fox
Hazardous Matls.
Coordinator
Steve Boles
Hazard Comm.
Coordinator
Dr. DR Baker
Emergency Mgmt.
Consultant
Greg Hogan
Safety Training
Coordinator
John Dodson
Asbestos Abmt.
Coordinator
Roy Mason
Fire & Safety
Foreman
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Life Safety Code Enforcement
EHS personnel inspect all campus locations on
a routine and special basis to ensure the safety
of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
If any unsafe conditions are found, the
Authority Having Jurisdiction has
the authority to stop the work and/or
lock out the area until improvements
are made.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Construction Code Enforcement
All construction, renovation and remodeling of
any structure owned or operated by OSU shall
be designed and constructed according to all
codes/standards that are referenced by the 2003
International Building Code.
During construction, all projects will be
inspected at regular intervals for safe
working practices, good construction and
adherence to applicable codes. If serious
violations are found, a Cease & Desist
Order may be issued.
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Environmental Health & Safety
REGULATORY AGENCIES
EHS assists the University and its departments
in staying in compliance with the requirements
and guidelines of the following Federal
agencies:
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CDC (Centers for Disease Control)
DOT (Department of Transportation)
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
FEMA (Federal Emergency Mgmt. Agency)
NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Adm.)
US DOL (U.S. Department of Labor)
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Federal Compliance
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Clean Air
Clean Water
Hazardous & Infectious Waste Disposal
Pollution Control
Storm Water Discharge
EPA has transferred this authority to the
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(ODEQ) for enforcement.
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Environmental Health & Safety
Federal Compliance
Occupational Safety & Health Admin. (OSHA)
Asbestos / Lead Abatement
Bloodborne Pathogens
Hazard Communications
Personal Protective Equipment
Chemical Hygiene Plan (Laboratory Safety)
Worker Safety
The Oklahoma Department of Labor (DOL) enforces
the federal OSHA rules.
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Environmental Health & Safety
Federal Compliance
Department of Transportation
Regulates interstate shipment and permitting
of all chemical and hazardous substances.
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission establishes rules and
regulations for intrastate shipment under Senate Bill 809, of
the 2000 Legislature.
University Mailing Services coordinates
the shipment of biological and hazardous
substances to and from the OSU campus
with EHS and other University
departments.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Federal Compliance
Emergency Management (FEMA)
Stafford Act
Emergency Operations Plan
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Developed the Master Emergency Plan for
OSU. Coordinates tabletop exercises with
administrative staff on simulated incidents:
tornado, chemical, ice storm, etc.
Dr. DR Baker, OSU Consultant
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Americans With Disabilities
The ADA is adjudicated by the U.S. Department
of Justice. EHS assists the University with ADA
compliance by:
Reviewing all construction and renovation
plans
Investigating ADA complaints
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
State Compliance
State-mandated training requirements
Quarterly Safety Training
Bloodborne Pathogen Training
Hazard Communication Training
Respirator Training
These training requirements are part of federallymandated safety programs administered by the State
Department of Labor.
EHS’ safety training coordinator provides the required training
or assistance for the OSU system and the A&M institutions.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Your Compliance Responsibilities
Hazard Communication Training
Quarterly Safety Training
Workplace-Specific Training
Every department is responsible for ensuring these
training requirements are met—including documentation.
EHS will work with departments to help you with this
requirement.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Compliance Responsibilities
Occupant/Worker Safety
Hazardous Materials
Safety Training
Hazard Communication
Asbestos Abatement
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Administrative Support
Juanita Phelan, Admin. Assistant
 Construction/Renovation
Plan Review & Permit Process
 Required federal & state
documentation
 Campus Master Emergency Plan
 Oversee daily operation of EHS
 EHS Webmaster
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Occupant/Worker Safety
Roy Mason, Foreman
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Building & Job Site Inspections
Fire Drills
Emergency Fire/EMS Response
Construction Plan Review for Code Compliance
Fire Alarm Testing & Maintenance
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Hazardous Materials
(HAZMAT)
Greg Fox, Coordinator
Chemical Odor Investigation
Emergency Chemical Response
Determination of Hazardous Waste
Laboratory Safety (Chemical Hygiene Plan)
Fume Hood / Safety Cabinet Oversight
Chemical Waste Pickup & Disposal
Investigation of Indoor Air Quality Problems
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Safety Training
Greg Hogan, Coordinator
 Coordinates Quarterly Training
 On-Site, Job-Specific Training
 Ergonomic Audit of Work
Processes
 Online Training @ www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs
 Investigates On-the-Job Injury Reports
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
What Training is Required?
 Anyone who is employed by OSU is
required to receive Quarterly Safety
Training as well as Hazard
Communication (Right-to-Know)
Training. (HB 1447, 1993)
 Other training may be required
depending on the job duties of the
employee.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Hazard Communication
(HAZCOM)
Stephen Boles, Coordinator
MSDS Master Recordkeeper
Right-To-Know Training
Chemical Inventory Lists (CIL’s)
Labels and Emergency Notification Signs
Laboratory Safety Audits
Phase I Environmental Assessments
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Environmental Health & Safety
Hazard Communication
(HAZCOM)
Train-the-Trainer Classes (twice-a-year)
Purpose is to train representatives from campus
departments to train their fellow employees.
Right-To-Know Training
Conducted by trained member of your
department for all other department employees
Required within 30 days of hire
Annual training required thereafter
Training must be documented
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
Asbestos Abatement
John Dodson, Coordinator
 All abatement work on the
OSU campus is conducted according to the
regulations of the Oklahoma Department of
Labor.
 All Asbestos workers must be licensed by
the State of Oklahoma and receive annual
training.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
As part of our mission,
EHS funds various
projects that will make
the OSU campus a safer
place to work, study
and live.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
HES Child Development Playground
Raised surrounding
fence to height of 6 feet
to provide the children
with added safety and
security.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Blue Emergency Phones
Purchased 30
“Blue Phones”
for the
Campus Emergency
Phone Project.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Elevator Emergency Phones
Purchased and installed
emergency “hands-free”
phones for all elevators
in academic campus
buildings.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Storm Sirens
Installed three new
storm sirens on
campus. We are
planning to purchase at
least two additional
sirens to cover new
student housing areas.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Campus Sidewalk Improvements
Funded work to remove
tripping hazards in
campus sidewalks and
build new sidewalks at
a cost of more than
$160,000 over the past
5 years.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Jewelry Lab
Provided funding for
construction of the new
Jewelry Lab on the 4th
floor of the Bartlett
Center.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
Laboratory Equipment
Purchased and installed
equipment and
materials as necessary
to help bring existing
chemical laboratories
into compliance with
current code.
Oklahoma State University
Environmental Health & Safety
EHS Campus Safety Projects
CEAT Design & Manufacturing Lab
Provided funds to install
surplus parking lot
lights, plus purchase
and install a Blue
Emergency phone at
this remote parking lot
on the northwest side
of campus.
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Environmental Health & Safety
Questions?
Environmental Health & Safety
120 Physical Plant Services Bldg.
Stillwater, OK 74078
Phone: 405-744-7241
Fax: 405-744-7148
www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs
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Environmental Health & Safety
www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs
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