Special Resources » Templates: Standard Operating Procedures
Full text of written safety policies and procedures - some currently in use.
The following is the collection of special resources throughout the library. Click on main category / sub-category for that section of the library OR Click on resource title for immediate access to the resource.
Accident Investigation Team [15581] 
Outlines the dutes of an accident investigation team / committee
Outlines the dutes of an accident investigation team / committee
Accident/Illness Reporting and Recording Procedures & Forms ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
[18903]
Sample procedures and forms in use by a US government agency
[18903] Sample procedures and forms in use by a US government agency
Ground Accident Prevention: Ramp Operational Safety Procedures [33006] Standard operating procedures (SOPs) template that includes industry best practices and guidelines for ramp procedures
Chemical Safety » Asbestos Safety
Asbestos control programs, health effects, abatement, technical resources, etc.
Asbestos control programs, health effects, abatement, technical resources, etc.
Asbestos Safety Checklist [18885]
Sample asbestos safety checklist and standard operating procedures
[18885] Sample asbestos safety checklist and standard operating procedures
Compressed Gas Safety Checklist [18894]
Checklists for compressed gas safety, hydrogen safety, cylinder inspections
[18894] Checklists for compressed gas safety, hydrogen safety, cylinder inspections
Chemical Safety » Hazardous Waste
Guides for hazardous waste management, site remediation, waste minimization
Guides for hazardous waste management, site remediation, waste minimization
Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead [35244]
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites
Lead-Based Paint - General Guidelines [2236]
Guidelines for workers involved in managing and working around lead-based paints
Guidelines for workers involved in managing and working around lead-based paints
Chemical Safety » Storing Chemicals
Guidelines for proper storage of chemicals, compatibility charts, etc.
Guidelines for proper storage of chemicals, compatibility charts, etc.
Laboratory Management of Waste Containers [1142]
Management of laboratory waste containers is the key to proper disposal of hazardous waste
Management of laboratory waste containers is the key to proper disposal of hazardous waste
Construction Safety » Contractor Safety Manual
Sample construction safety programs, rules, policies, checklists, SOPs
Sample construction safety programs, rules, policies, checklists, SOPs
Canada: Safe Construction Work Practices [22067]
Safe work practice documents for the construction industry
Safe work practice documents for the construction industry
Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead & Silica [35245]
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites
Trenching And Excavation Operations Checklist [18886]
Sample trenching safety checklist and standard operating procedures
[18886] Sample trenching safety checklist and standard operating procedures
Construction Safety » Work Zone Safety
Best practices for minimizing delay & enhancing safety in highway construction
Best practices for minimizing delay & enhancing safety in highway construction
Road Maintenance Traffic Control Guidelines [14811]
For spraying operations, pavement coring, mowing operations
For spraying operations, pavement coring, mowing operations
Facilities Safety and Emergency Preparedness [13995]
Full text of emergency preparedness policies of NIEHS
Full text of emergency preparedness policies of NIEHS
Cranes, Hoists And Slings Checklist [18907]
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of cranes, hoist and lsings
[18907] Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of cranes, hoist and lsings
Some Safety Strategies to Refuse to Become a Victim [4587]
Small portion of the material covered in the NRA Refuse to Become a Victim course
Small portion of the material covered in the NRA Refuse to Become a Victim course
Equipment Safety » Lockout/Tagout
Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc
Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc
Control of Hazardous Energy Sources Checklist [18889]
Sample lockout/tagout checklist and safety rules
[18889] Sample lockout/tagout checklist and safety rules
Hand and Power Tool Safety Checklist [18904]
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of hand and power tools
[18904] Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of hand and power tools
Hot Work Permit Program [3334]
Example of a hot work permit program for welding, flame cutting and soldering
[3334] Example of a hot work permit program for welding, flame cutting and soldering
Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist [18879]
Sample hot work permit template, safety checklist and procedures
[18879] Sample hot work permit template, safety checklist and procedures
Fire Safety » Electrical Safety
Lock Out/Tag Out Programs and technical reference materials on electrical safety
Lock Out/Tag Out Programs and technical reference materials on electrical safety
Safe Electrical Work Practices Checklist [18888]
Sample checklists and safety rules for electrical safety
[18888] Sample checklists and safety rules for electrical safety
Corridor Clearance and Use Guidelines [28882]
Example of a policy for adequate access and use by emergency personnel and for unobstructed evacuations
[28882] Example of a policy for adequate access and use by emergency personnel and for unobstructed evacuations
Means of Egress - Corridor Clearance [28881]
Example of a university's policy for healthcare buildings - providing a safe means of egress
[28881] Example of a university's policy for healthcare buildings - providing a safe means of egress
Safe Egress [33581]
Requirements for building egress - widths of corridors, fire exit design, marked exits, hazard avoidance policies
Requirements for building egress - widths of corridors, fire exit design, marked exits, hazard avoidance policies
Fire Safety » Fire Engineering
Documents on fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, fire protection
Documents on fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, fire protection
Battery Charging and Storage Operations Checklist [18900]
These systems may include lead acid batteries, lithium chloride batteries, and other similar devices
[18900] These systems may include lead acid batteries, lithium chloride batteries, and other similar devices
Flammable & Combustible Liquid Storage Checklist [18901]
Sample checklist and safety rules for safe storage of flammable and combustible liquids
[18901] Sample checklist and safety rules for safe storage of flammable and combustible liquids
Fleet Safety » Fleet Policies
Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.
Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.
Guidelines/Policies Related to Autos [24453]
Example of an MVR point system and general rules for determining a preventable accident
Example of an MVR point system and general rules for determining a preventable accident
In-Cab Behavior Fleet Safety Program Policies [28994]
Samples and suggestions for reducing risks related to cell phone use and other safe driving policies
Samples and suggestions for reducing risks related to cell phone use and other safe driving policies
Volunteer Drivers Best Practices [35760]
A tool kit that provides the framework for developing and maintaining volunteer driver programs
A tool kit that provides the framework for developing and maintaining volunteer driver programs
Fleet Safety » Vehicle Inspections
Procedures for inspecting trucks, buses, cargo tanks, etc. Pre-trip inspections.
Procedures for inspecting trucks, buses, cargo tanks, etc. Pre-trip inspections.
Motor Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Inspection & Snomobile Pre-Trip Checklists [18883]
Sample checklists and safety rules for motor vehicle safety, snomobiles and snowcats
[18883] Sample checklists and safety rules for motor vehicle safety, snomobiles and snowcats
Foodservice HACCP Program [22105]
Sample plans and resources for the development of your HACCP program
Sample plans and resources for the development of your HACCP program
HACCP Approach to Food Safety in the Kitchen [6085]
Critical points: purchasing, storing, pre-preparation, cooking, serving, and handling leftovers
Critical points: purchasing, storing, pre-preparation, cooking, serving, and handling leftovers
Health Care Safety » Hospital Safety
Sample worker safety programs & guidance on pollution elimination in hospitals
Sample worker safety programs & guidance on pollution elimination in hospitals
Hospital Equipment Management Policy & Procedure [13481]
A hospital's equipment management program in use by a majory university's medical center
A hospital's equipment management program in use by a majory university's medical center
Medical Center Safety Manuals [13478]
Full text of safety manuals in use by a major university's medical center (pdf)
Full text of safety manuals in use by a major university's medical center (pdf)
Guidelines for the Use and Handling of Hazardous Drugs [13476] Full text of a hazardous drug handling policy in use by a major university's medical center
Insurance Loss Control » Environmental Risk
Risk management resources related to environmental issues & coverages
Risk management resources related to environmental issues & coverages
Pesticide Policies [3846]
Full text of Cornell policies regarding the use of pesticides by staff, faculty & educators
Full text of Cornell policies regarding the use of pesticides by staff, faculty & educators
Laboratory Safety » Activation-Closure
Procedures to follow when designing, activating, moving or closing laboratories
Procedures to follow when designing, activating, moving or closing laboratories
Design Requirements Manual for Biomedical Laboratories and Animal Research Facilities [16828]
A detailed design requirements and guidance manual for biomedical research laboratory and animal research facilities
A detailed design requirements and guidance manual for biomedical research laboratory and animal research facilities
Laboratory Hazardous Materials Close-Out Procedures Check List [3303]
A checklist for procedures to take when closing down a lab
A checklist for procedures to take when closing down a lab
Laboratory Safety » Chemical Hygiene Plan
Samples of CHP: Chemical Hygiene Plans for laboratory safety
Samples of CHP: Chemical Hygiene Plans for laboratory safety
Fume Hoods: Guidelines and Performance Standards [2239]
Guidelines and performance standards for fume hoods used in labs at the Univ of Kentucky
Guidelines and performance standards for fume hoods used in labs at the Univ of Kentucky
Biological & Laboratory Safety [13346]
Resources for biological safety, laser safety & general laboaratory safety
Resources for biological safety, laser safety & general laboaratory safety
NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant DNA Molecules [3823]
Full text of National Institutes of Health guidelines for research involving recombinanat DNA
Full text of National Institutes of Health guidelines for research involving recombinanat DNA
Laboratory Safety » Lab Hazards
Chemical Hygiene Plans, standard operating procedures, lab safety programs, etc.
Chemical Hygiene Plans, standard operating procedures, lab safety programs, etc.
Emergency Eyewash & Shower Equipment [2240]
Performance standards for emergency eyewash and shower equipment at the Univ of Kentucky
Performance standards for emergency eyewash and shower equipment at the Univ of Kentucky
Physical Hazards » Hearing Conservation
Hearing conservation programs, acoustics, hearing protection devices, etc.
Hearing conservation programs, acoustics, hearing protection devices, etc.
Hearing Conservation Checklist [18896]
Sample Format for Audiometric Test Records & Hearing Conservation Program Checklist
[18896] Sample Format for Audiometric Test Records & Hearing Conservation Program Checklist
Physical Hazards » Slips and Falls
Technical safety materials on falls from walking and working surfaces
Technical safety materials on falls from walking and working surfaces
Walking - Working Surfaces Checklist [18899]
Walking - Working Surfaces Checklist also includes ladders and scaffolds
[18899] Walking - Working Surfaces Checklist also includes ladders and scaffolds
Physical Hazards » Thermal Comfort
TLV's for heat and cold exposure, thermal stress, thermal comfort guidelines
TLV's for heat and cold exposure, thermal stress, thermal comfort guidelines
Canada: TLVs for Heat and Cold Exposure [18887]
Canadian health and safety regulations with respect to thermal conditions in the workplace
Canadian health and safety regulations with respect to thermal conditions in the workplace
Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Installation [16827]
Standard procedures for installing emergency eyewash and safety showers
[16827] Standard procedures for installing emergency eyewash and safety showers
PPE Programs » PPE Safety Programs
Sample PPE safety programs, checklists, tutorials, technical briefs
Sample PPE safety programs, checklists, tutorials, technical briefs
SOP: PPE - Construction [14813]
Full text of a Standard Operating Procedure for construction workers wearing PPE
[14813] Full text of a Standard Operating Procedure for construction workers wearing PPE
PPE Programs » Respirator Safety
Respirator-related materials such as APF, CBRN respirator standards, change-out,
Respirator-related materials such as APF, CBRN respirator standards, change-out,
Fit Testing Procedure for Respirators [5415]
Outlines the general steps for fit testing respirators on employees
Outlines the general steps for fit testing respirators on employees
Laser Operations Checklist [18906]
Sample checklist and safety rules for laser operations - covers Class 1, 2, and 3a lasers
[18906] Sample checklist and safety rules for laser operations - covers Class 1, 2, and 3a lasers
Medical Center Radiation Safety Management Plan [13477]
Full text of a patient & employee radiation safety program in use by a university's medical center
Full text of a patient & employee radiation safety program in use by a university's medical center
Radiation Safety » Workplace Radiation
Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more
Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more
Guide for Custodians/Maintenance Personnel Working in Radioactive Areas [16830]
Primary steps-to be followed by maintenance staff who perform work activities in radioactive labs
[16830] Primary steps-to be followed by maintenance staff who perform work activities in radioactive labs
Ionizing and Non-ionizing Radiation Checklist [18902]
Sample checklist and safety rules for ionizing and non-ionizing radiation
[18902] Sample checklist and safety rules for ionizing and non-ionizing radiation
Recreation Safety » Bikes-Scooters
Safety materials, laws for bicycles, mopeds, scooters, electric bikes, etc.
Safety materials, laws for bicycles, mopeds, scooters, electric bikes, etc.
Bicycle Regulations [2251]
Full text of university regulations for the safe use of bicycles on campus
Full text of university regulations for the safe use of bicycles on campus
Pool and Spa Tips and Information [5743]
Guidelines on pool and spa water chemistry and maintenance and safety tips
Guidelines on pool and spa water chemistry and maintenance and safety tips
Respiratory Safety » Confined Space Program
Technical resources related to confined space requirements
Technical resources related to confined space requirements
Respiratory Safety » Indoor Air Quality
IAQ guides, checklists, fact sheets, sick building syndrome & more
IAQ guides, checklists, fact sheets, sick building syndrome & more
Indoor Air Quality Checklist [18898]
Common indoor contaminants TLVs and Indoor Air Quality Checklist
[18898] Common indoor contaminants TLVs and Indoor Air Quality Checklist
Fungal Abatement Safe Operating Procedure [24164]
SOP for the removal of mold-bearing building materials
SOP for the removal of mold-bearing building materials
Methylene Chloride Compliance Guides [5801]
Series of 11 guides assist in compliance with the methylene chloride standard
Series of 11 guides assist in compliance with the methylene chloride standard
Respiratory Protection Checklist & Program [18895]
Sample respiratory protection program and checklist, respirator medical evaluation questionnaire
[18895] Sample respiratory protection program and checklist, respirator medical evaluation questionnaire
Respiratory Safety » Sampling
Technical guides on industrial hygiene air & noise sampling, monitoring, etc
Technical guides on industrial hygiene air & noise sampling, monitoring, etc
Respiratory Safety » Ventilation Safety
Fume hoods and other ventilation technical resource information
Fume hoods and other ventilation technical resource information
Oxygen Deficiency Hazard Safety Booklet [27141]
How to recognize and protect yourself from oxygen deficient atmospheres
[27141] How to recognize and protect yourself from oxygen deficient atmospheres
Servicing Exhaust Systems in Research Facilities [16826]
Safety procedures for servicing fume hoods and exhaust systems in research laboratories
[16826] Safety procedures for servicing fume hoods and exhaust systems in research laboratories
Emergency Response Agreements Checklist [18909]
Checklist currently in use by the US National Weather Service
[18909] Checklist currently in use by the US National Weather Service
Student Laboratory Safety Contract [16100]
Sample form for students to sign indicating their acceptance of science classroom safety rules
Sample form for students to sign indicating their acceptance of science classroom safety rules
Tailgate Safety Meeting Form [14808]
Download a safety department form to document tailgate safety meetings (MS Word)
Download a safety department form to document tailgate safety meetings (MS Word)
Safety Programs » ISO 9000
Info on development, content & application of ISO 9000 standards to quality mgt
Info on development, content & application of ISO 9000 standards to quality mgt
MI-University of Michigan Department of Occupational Safety & Environmental Heal [13328]
Home page to the university's EHS department
Home page to the university's EHS department
Safety Programs » Safety Management
Strategies for loss control & workplace safety programs, safety incentives, etc.
Strategies for loss control & workplace safety programs, safety incentives, etc.
Safety Programs » Safety Programs
Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals
Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals
Safety & Industrial Hygiene Operations [19420]
Safety and health standards of operations for a US government agency
Safety and health standards of operations for a US government agency
Safety / Loss Control Program Materials [15600]
Sample safety checklists, forms, programs and manuals
Sample safety checklists, forms, programs and manuals
Biomedical Sample SOP Template [25623]
How to create standard operating procedures for the handling of biomedical samples in the laboratory
How to create standard operating procedures for the handling of biomedical samples in the laboratory
Biosafety Standard Operating Procedures for Lab Equipment Use [17373]
Biosafety precautions to take when operating lab equipment
Biosafety precautions to take when operating lab equipment
Chemical Standard Operating Procedures [27875]
SOP's for handling chemicals that could pose a hazard if not used correctly
SOP's for handling chemicals that could pose a hazard if not used correctly
Environmental Response Team Standard Operating Procedures [20211]
Full text of air, water, etc. sampling procedures in use by the EPA's ERT
Full text of air, water, etc. sampling procedures in use by the EPA's ERT
Fire Science Laboratory SOPs and Safety Guidelines [29215]
A series of documents related to laboratory safety standard operating procedures
A series of documents related to laboratory safety standard operating procedures
Industrial Hygiene Practices [32313]
US Department of Energy standard operating procedures for industrial hygienists
[32313] US Department of Energy standard operating procedures for industrial hygienists
Lab Safety SOP's [25340] Standard operating procedures on how to safely handle specific laboratory chemicals
Safe Operating Practices - Equipment, Tools, Instruments, Accessories [35641]
Sample SOPs for ATV, golf cart, loaders, heavy equipment, trucks, hand tools, power equipment and more
Sample SOPs for ATV, golf cart, loaders, heavy equipment, trucks, hand tools, power equipment and more
Safe Operating Practices - Field Work [35639]
Approximately 40 SOPs for those who work in the outdoors
Approximately 40 SOPs for those who work in the outdoors
Safe Operating Practices - Job Activities and Work Sites [35640]
SOPs for those who work in workshops and maintenance shops
SOPs for those who work in workshops and maintenance shops
Safe Operating Procedures [32611]
A large number of safety rules and safety checklists for industry, construction, safety hazard controls
A large number of safety rules and safety checklists for industry, construction, safety hazard controls
Safety & Health Services SOP's [885]
Sample standard operating procedures - includes industrial hygiene SOPs
Sample standard operating procedures - includes industrial hygiene SOPs
SOP Development Form for Hazardous Material ![[doc]](graphics/file_doc.gif)
[22018]
Standard operating procedures guidelines and template for hazardous materials
[22018] Standard operating procedures guidelines and template for hazardous materials
SOP for Safe Handling of Carcinogenic Materials [6656]
A fill-in-the-blank form outlines the standard operating procedure for carcinogens and highly toxic materials
[6656] A fill-in-the-blank form outlines the standard operating procedure for carcinogens and highly toxic materials
SOP's for Developing Acute Exposure Guideline Levels for Hazardous Chemicals [21801]
Methodology for developing acute exposure guideline levels (AEGLs) for toxic substances from inhalation exposures.
Methodology for developing acute exposure guideline levels (AEGLs) for toxic substances from inhalation exposures.
SOP: Work Sites [14816]
Full text of a large number of Standard Operating Procedures for injury prevention at work sites
[14816] Full text of a large number of Standard Operating Procedures for injury prevention at work sites
Standard Operating Procedures for Beryllium Operations [1880]
As enacted by one of the US Dept of Energy laboratories
As enacted by one of the US Dept of Energy laboratories
Water Incursion SOP [27442]
A sample standard operating procedure in the event of water incursion into any building
[27442] A sample standard operating procedure in the event of water incursion into any building
Safety Training » Safety Training
Guidance on safety training presentations, training requirements, etc.
Guidance on safety training presentations, training requirements, etc.
School Safety » School Safety Programs
Resources related to school safety & health hazards, sample safety progams
Resources related to school safety & health hazards, sample safety progams
Canada - Municipal Safety Handbook [18427]
Full text of a safety handbook for employees of a municipality
Full text of a safety handbook for employees of a municipality
Department Specific Safe Work Practices [18924]
Safety training procedures/checklists for a variety of jobs
Safety training procedures/checklists for a variety of jobs
Specific Industries » Office Safety
Checklists, office safety programs, training materials, home offices, etc.
Checklists, office safety programs, training materials, home offices, etc.
Specific Industries » Petrochemical Safety
Petrochemical industry-specific environmental safety and health materials
Petrochemical industry-specific environmental safety and health materials
Petroleum Industry Recommended Practices [22058]
Over 20 different recommended safety practices for the petroleum industry
Over 20 different recommended safety practices for the petroleum industry
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