University departments and units are required to furnish a workplace which is free from recognized hazards which may cause or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm. This includes, but is not limited to, compliance with all occupational health and safety codes and regulations (29 Code of Federal Regulations 1910 and 1926). This safety responsibility is commensurate with a person's operational responsibilities and rests at all levels, from the highest administrative person to the individual employee.

University employees who want assistance in implementing effective safety and health programs to prevent the occurrence of injuries and illnesses that may result from exposure to hazardous workplace conditions and work practices can get free Industrial Hygiene consultation services from Risk Management & Safety (RM&S). Industrial Hygiene is the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of chemical and physical hazards in the workplace.

Services

• Chemical exposure assessments
• Chemical hazard communication training (required by law for those using hazardous chemicals)
• Respirator fit testing and training (required by law for respirator use)
• Noise exposure assessments and hearing protection training (required by law for excessive noise exposure)
• Indoor environmental quality assessments
• Biological exposure assessments
• Ergonomic assessments and training
• Bloodborne pathogen assessments and training (required by law for those with potential exposure to human blood or body fluids)
• Heat stress assessments and training
• Exhaust ventilation system design and assessments
• Code interpretation and compliance assessments

Note – Radiation safety (ionizing and non-ionizing) is handled by the Radiation Control Office. Some aspects of biological safety are handled by University Animal Care through the Animal Hazards Program and by the Institutional Biosafety Committee (see Other Resources section for contact information).

Benefits

Industrial Hygiene Consultation services will:

1. Help you anticipate and recognize health hazards in your workplace.
2. Evaluate the potential risks.
3. Suggest approaches or options for controlling the hazards and reducing the risks.
4. Provide a written report that summarizes these findings.
5. Identify sources of help available to you if you need further assistance.
6. Offer training and education for you and your employees.

Procedures

1. Request for consultation services must be made using the Risk Management & Safety's Industrial Hygiene Services Request form or from RM&S by calling 621-1790.
2. Completed Service Request forms can be submitted: on-line, by e-mail at risk@email.arizona.edu, or by FAX at 621-3706.
3. Upon receipt, requests will be prioritized and requesters will be provided with a time frame in which the services will be provided. Requests will be addressed as soon as possible considering the number of requests and staffing limitations.

Requests for urgent assistance will still be taken by phone at 621-1790 during normal work hours or during off-hours by calling UAPD at 621-UAPD (8273) or 911 (for emergencies).