I. Policy Statement
Loyola University, New Orleans, exists to advance the education of its students. In order to achieve this goal, we must use materials that require specific precautions be taken to protect the health of those exposed. Therefore, it shall be the policy of Loyola University to communicate any hazards in handling hazardous chemicals to employees and students involved in those operations and to communicate the practices and procedures available to employees and students for protection against these hazards.
It will be the responsibility of the administration and its designees to ensure that the proper information is obtained and disseminated to the appropriate individuals and to provide a safe environment. It will be the responsibility of all individuals to follow safe practices and procedures as outlined in the standard operating procedures and other reference materials.
We are not creating a new role or responsibility for any of our employees. The Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan is intended to supplement our normal activities in the specific area of chemical health hazards in the laboratory. Current safety policies remain in effect.
The effectiveness of the Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan, as with all normal safety programs, depends upon the active support and involvement of all personnel.
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Loyola University President