Health and Safety News For The Princeton Community • Vol. VI No. I, Feb. 2022
Stay Updated on Clinics, Covid Response
Updated information on vaccine clinics, testing and Covid-related announcements can be found on the Covid Resources website: covid.princeton.edu

Visit the EHS website for detailed policy and guidance information for visitors, gatherings etc:
Roof Use Policy Reminder
University policy prohibits the use of roofs on campus for personal or social purposes. This is done because of the obvious hazard of falls, as well as the possibility of roof damage.

Some roofs may be used for research and teaching with prior approval by contacting Jamie McQuaid of Environmental Health & Safety at extension 8-5106 or via e-mail at jmcquaid@princeton.edu and Chris Machusak of the Maintenance Department at extension 8-6607.
Any proposed roof use must also adhere to all COVID 19 campus protocols, including adherence to the Guidance on Events and Gatherings while in effect. 

The full text of this policy may be found at: ehs.princeton.edu/roof-safety
Staff Profiles: Environmental Safety
For our third of five profiles to mark the 50th anniversary of the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Shaundree Davis, Jackie Wagner and Halina Staniszewska talk about their roles at EHS.
Take a Minute
While we've been buffeted by forces natural and manmade over the last few months, Princeton stands strong and looks forward to, in the words of President Eisgruber, "continued progress and new growth for our scholarly mission."
Even as we set our sights on the path ahead, take a break and enjoy this Minute of Chill, courtesy of EHS: a scene of snowy woodlands off Faculty Road near Elm Drive, with videography and music provided by our own Jim Sturdivant.
Resource Recovery: Know Before You Throw
Photo courtesy Brookhaven National Laboratory via Creative Commons.
Dealing with old equipment is one of the biggest challenges when shutting down or upgrading a laboratory. EHS has information and resources for those looking to surplus or repurpose old equipment.
Eyewash Station Emergency Protocol
In instances of chemical or infectious agent exposure to the eyes, immediately flush with water for at least fifteen minutes.

Follow this procedure:

  • Use an eye wash when possible so that hands are free to hold the eyes open. If an eyewash is not available, pour water on the eye, rinsing from the nose outward to avoid contamination of the unaffected eye.
  • Hold eyelids away from your eyeball and rotate your eyes so that all surfaces may be washed thoroughly.
  • Remove contact lenses while rinsing. Do not lose time removing contact lenses before rinsing. Do not attempt to rinse and reinsert contact lenses.
  • Seek medical attention regardless of the severity or apparent lack of severity. Explain carefully what chemicals or infectious agents were involved.
See the EHS website for important information on use and maintenance of your eyewash station.
Departmental News: Kevin Pisciella Departs
We said goodbye this month to Emergency Preparedness Specialist Kevin Pisciella, who is moving into a similar position at Georgetown University. Kevin was a fixture of our department for four and a half years, and we wish him well in his new job and phase of life. Inquiries for Kevin should now go to Derek Ziegler: derek.ziegler@princeton.edu
VR Fire Extinguisher Training
DPS now offers fire extinguisher training using a powerful virtual reality system that simulates the experience of putting out a real fire. See the trainings schedule below for dates and times. All trainings take place in-person at 200 Elm Drive. Sign up at putrain.learn.com under EHS courses.
Upcoming Trainings March - April 2022

Fire Extinguisher Training
March 7
March 21
April 4
April 18
2-3 p.m., 200 Elm Drive, Room 105 (Dept. of Public Safety)

Intro to Biosafety
March 8 4-5 p.m. PNI A02 

Bloodborne Pathogens For Researchers
March 15 4-5 p.m. PNI A18

Radioactive Materials Safety
March 23 1:30-4 p.m. LTL 117

Intro to Biosafety
April 6 4-5 p.m. LTL 005 
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Laboratory Safety at Princeton University (Online)
New researchers to Princeton University should complete the following steps as part of the online Laboratory Safety Training Sequence.

  1. Complete the online components of the laboratory safety training: Fundamentals of Laboratory Safety 1-5 and Final Test, available at: https://putrain.learn.com
  2. After completing the online components, sign up for and attend an instructor-led Laboratory Safety Training session.

Upcoming dates for instructor-led Laboratory Safety Training sessions:

Laboratory Safety at Princeton University
March 4
March 15
April 1
April 12
April 29
All sessions are from 3-4:30 p.m. at McDonnell Hall 103A

To sign up for a training session, go to:
Select Environmental Health & Safety under "Training By Department"
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