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 Analysis » Accident Investigation
Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.

Accident Investigation Team [15581] Accident Investigation Team : Resource Info
Outlines the dutes of an accident investigation team / committee

Accident/Illness Reporting and Recording Procedures & Forms [pdf] [18903] Accident/Illness Reporting and Recording Procedures & Forms : Resource Info
Sample procedures and forms in use by a US government agency

Aviation Safety » Airport Safety
Safety hazards and controls in aviation

Updated Ground Accident Prevention: Ramp Operational Safety Procedures [33006] Ground Accident Prevention: Ramp Operational Safety Procedures : Resource Info
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 Manual [pdf] [25463] Asbestos Control Manual : Resource Info
An asbestos management plan

Asbestos Safety Checklist [pdf] [18885] Asbestos Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Sample asbestos safety checklist and standard operating procedures

Chemical Safety » Compressed Gas
Compressed gas cylinder safety, pressure line safety, etc.

Compressed Gas Safety Checklist [pdf] [18894] Compressed Gas Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklists for compressed gas safety, hydrogen safety, cylinder inspections

Gas Cylinder Safety [16870] Gas Cylinder Safety : Resource Info
Safe operating procedures for gas cylinders

Chemical Safety » Hazardous Waste
Guides for hazardous waste management, site remediation, waste minimization

Chemical Waste Disposal [2315] Chemical Waste Disposal : Resource Info
Procedures for disposal of chemical hazardous wastes

Chemical Safety » Hazcom
Full text of hazard communication programs and resources

Hazard Communication Program [pdf] [18892] Hazard Communication Program : Resource Info
Sample hazard communication program procedures

Chemical Safety » Lead Safety
Information and resources on lead and lead poisoning

Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead [35244] Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead : Resource Info
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites

Lead-Based Paint - General Guidelines [2236] Lead-Based Paint - General Guidelines : Resource Info
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.

Laboratory Management of Waste Containers [1142] Laboratory Management of Waste Containers : Resource Info
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

Canada: Safe Construction Work Practices [22067] Canada: Safe Construction Work Practices : Resource Info
Safe work practice documents for the construction industry

Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead & Silica [35245] Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead & Silica : Resource Info
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites

Construction Safety » Excavation Safety
Resources on excavation and trenching safety requirements

Trenching And Excavation Operations Checklist [pdf] [18886] Trenching And Excavation Operations Checklist : Resource Info
Sample trenching safety checklist and standard operating procedures

Construction Safety » Fall Protection
Falls from elevations and fall protection safety resources

Fall Protection Checklist [pdf] [18881] Fall Protection Checklist : Resource Info
Sample Fall Protection procedure

Construction Safety » Jobsite Safety
Workplace safety and health resources for construction hazards

Contractor Work Rules [pdf] [35016] Contractor Work Rules : Resource Info
An example of job site safety rules

Job Site Safety Plan [35242] Job Site Safety Plan : Resource Info
A fill-in-the-blank sample job site safety plan

Construction Safety » Work Zone Safety
Best practices for minimizing delay & enhancing safety in highway construction

Road Maintenance Traffic Control Guidelines [14811] Road Maintenance Traffic Control Guidelines : Resource Info
For spraying operations, pavement coring, mowing operations

Work Zone Safety Program [14812] Work Zone Safety Program : Resource Info
Materials to be used to institute a work zone safety program

Emergency Management » Emergency Plans
Examples of emergency management and action plans

Emergency Program Elements [14050] Emergency Program Elements : Resource Info
A campus emergency program

Facilities Safety and Emergency Preparedness [13995] Facilities Safety and Emergency Preparedness : Resource Info
Full text of emergency preparedness policies of NIEHS

Hospital Disaster Plan [21753] Hospital Disaster Plan : Resource Info
Full text of a sample plan with standard operating guidelines

Emergency Management » Evacuations
Guidelines on emergency evacuation programs, fire drills, etc.

Occupant Evacuation Plan [pdf] [28883] Occupant Evacuation Plan : Resource Info
Example of a plan in use by the National Institutes of Health

Equipment Safety » Cranes-Hoists
Crane and hoist safety program materials

Cranes, Hoists And Slings Checklist [pdf] [18907] Cranes, Hoists And Slings Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of cranes, hoist and lsings

Lifting/Crane Safety Procedures [27185] Lifting/Crane Safety Procedures : Resource Info
Sample job site crane safety requirements

Rules for Rigging [pdf] [26062] Rules for Rigging : Resource Info
Inspections and general requirements for rigging safety

Work Practices When Using Cranes [27071] Work Practices When Using Cranes : Resource Info
Recommendations for safe work procedures when using cranes

Equipment Safety » Firearm Safety
Basic fire arm safety

Some Safety Strategies to Refuse to Become a Victim [4587] Some Safety Strategies to Refuse to Become a Victim : Resource Info
Small portion of the material covered in the NRA Refuse to Become a Victim course

Equipment Safety » Forklift Safety
Forklift safety program materials

Forklift Checklist [pdf] [18880] Forklift Checklist : Resource Info
Sample pre-operational checklists and forklift safety checklists

Equipment Safety » Lockout/Tagout
Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc

Control of Hazardous Energy Sources Checklist [pdf] [18889] Control of Hazardous Energy Sources Checklist : Resource Info
Sample lockout/tagout checklist and safety rules

Sample Lockout/Tagout Procedures [pdf] [18915] Sample Lockout/Tagout Procedures : Resource Info
Includes a safety checklist

Equipment Safety » Machine Guarding
Machine safeguarding materials

Machine Guarding Checklist [pdf] [18905] Machine Guarding Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for machine guarding

Equipment Safety » Tool Safety
Safety fact sheets and tips on the safe use of hand and power tools

Chain Saw Safety [26417] Chain Saw Safety : Resource Info
Safety rules when using chain saws

Hand and Power Tool Safety Checklist [pdf] [18904] Hand and Power Tool Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of hand and power tools

Equipment Safety » Welding Safety
Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding

Hot Work Permit Program [pdf] [3334] Hot Work Permit Program : Resource Info
Example of a hot work permit program for welding, flame cutting and soldering

Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist [pdf] [18879] Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist : Resource Info
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

Safe Electrical Work Practices Checklist [pdf] [18888] Safe Electrical Work Practices Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklists and safety rules for electrical safety

Fire Safety » Exits
Means of egress requirements, emergency lighting, etc.

Corridor Clearance and Use Guidelines [pdf] [28882] Corridor Clearance and Use Guidelines : Resource Info
Example of a policy for adequate access and use by emergency personnel and for unobstructed evacuations

Means of Egress - Corridor Clearance [pdf] [28881] Means of Egress - Corridor Clearance : Resource Info
Example of a university's policy for healthcare buildings - providing a safe means of egress

Safe Egress [33581] Safe Egress : Resource Info
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

School Fire Safety Report [15766] School Fire Safety Report : Resource Info
Standard operating procedures in use by the State of New York

Fire Safety » Fire Programs
Full text fire safety programs, checklists and support materials

Fire Protection Program [19421] Fire Protection Program : Resource Info
Full text of a fire protection safety program

Sample Fire Prevention Plan [pdf] [18891] Sample Fire Prevention Plan : Resource Info
Template for a fire prevention plan

Fire Safety » Flammables
Controlling the hazards from flammable and combustible liquids and gases

Battery Charging and Storage Operations Checklist [pdf] [18900] Battery Charging and Storage Operations Checklist : Resource Info
These systems may include lead acid batteries, lithium chloride batteries, and other similar devices

Flammable & Combustible Liquid Storage Checklist [pdf] [18901] Flammable & Combustible Liquid Storage Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for safe storage of flammable and combustible liquids

Fire Safety » Sprinklers
Technical resources on fire sprinklers, halon, fire protection engineering

Fire System Shutdown Procedures [doc] [22404] Fire System Shutdown Procedures : Resource Info
Fire sprinkler and alarm shut down notification procedures

Fleet Safety » Fleet Policies
Sample fleet-related company policies - vehicle use, drivers, seat belts, etc.

Employee Vehicle Use Guidelines [25286] Employee Vehicle Use Guidelines : Resource Info
Example of a policy in use at a major university

Guidelines/Policies Related to Autos [24453] Guidelines/Policies Related to Autos : Resource Info
Example of an MVR point system and general rules for determining a preventable accident

In-Cab Behavior Fleet Safety Program Policies [28994] In-Cab Behavior Fleet Safety Program Policies : Resource Info
Samples and suggestions for reducing risks related to cell phone use and other safe driving policies

Volunteer Drivers Best Practices [35760] Volunteer Drivers Best Practices : Resource Info
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.

Motor Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Inspection & Snomobile Pre-Trip Checklists [pdf] [18883] Motor Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Inspection & Snomobile Pre-Trip Checklists : Resource Info
Sample checklists and safety rules for motor vehicle safety, snomobiles and snowcats

Food Safety » Food Safety
Guidance on food safety from production to consumption

Egg Safety [7361] Egg Safety : Resource Info
Food safety guidelines from the American Egg Board

Health Inspector's Guide to Water [6588] Health Inspector
Symptoms of water problems & water treatment guidelines

Food Safety » HACCP
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans - food safety

Foodservice HACCP Program [22105] Foodservice HACCP Program : Resource Info
Sample plans and resources for the development of your HACCP program

HACCP Approach to Food Safety in the Kitchen [6085] HACCP Approach to Food Safety in the Kitchen : Resource Info
Critical points: purchasing, storing, pre-preparation, cooking, serving, and handling leftovers

Food Safety » Restaurants
Safety talks and information for restaurants and food operations

Kitchen Safety Rules [22407] Kitchen Safety Rules : Resource Info
A list of safety rules for anyone who works in a kitchen

Health Care Safety » Hospital Safety
Sample worker safety programs & guidance on pollution elimination in hospitals

Hospital Equipment Management Policy & Procedure [13481] Hospital Equipment Management Policy & Procedure : Resource Info
A hospital's equipment management program in use by a majory university's medical center

Medical Center Safety Manuals [13478] Medical Center Safety Manuals : Resource Info
Full text of safety manuals in use by a major university's medical center (pdf)

Medical Center: Safety Standard Operating Procedures [2783] Medical Center: Safety Standard Operating Procedures : Resource Info
Samples of SOPs developed for hospitals

Health Care Safety » Infection Control
Infection control in hospitals and healthcare institutions

Medical Center Infection Control Manual [13474] Medical Center Infection Control Manual : Resource Info
The text of a hospital's infection control policies

Health Care Safety » Patient Safety
Medical errors, medication errors, patient safety guidance

Updated Guidelines for the Use and Handling of Hazardous Drugs [pdf] [13476] Guidelines for the Use and Handling of Hazardous Drugs : Resource Info
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

Pesticide Policies [3846] Pesticide Policies : Resource Info
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

Design Requirements Manual for Biomedical Laboratories and Animal Research Facilities [16828] Design Requirements Manual for Biomedical Laboratories and Animal Research Facilities : Resource Info
A detailed design requirements and guidance manual for biomedical research laboratory and animal research facilities

Laboratory Hazardous Materials Close-Out Procedures Check List [3303] Laboratory Hazardous Materials Close-Out Procedures Check List : Resource Info
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

Chemical Hygiene Plan Materials [27876] Chemical Hygiene Plan Materials : Resource Info
Also includes an emergency operations and evacuation plan

Model Chemical Hygiene Plan [13354] Model Chemical Hygiene Plan : Resource Info
Must be customized by each laboratory for regulatory compliance

Laboratory Safety » Fume Hoods
Fume hood safety, maintenance, chemical fume removal.

Design Criteria for Laboratories [3331] Design Criteria for Laboratories : Resource Info
Based on NFPA, ANSI, ASHRAE requirements

Fume Hood Safety [16869] Fume Hood Safety : Resource Info
Safe operating procedures for fume hoods

Fume Hoods: Design Criteria [16829] Fume Hoods: Design Criteria : Resource Info
Design requirements for fume hoods

Fume Hoods: Guidelines and Performance Standards [2239] Fume Hoods: Guidelines and Performance Standards : Resource Info
Guidelines and performance standards for fume hoods used in labs at the Univ of Kentucky

Laboratory Safety » Lab Biosafety
Procedures for handling biosafety hazards in the laboratory

Biological & Laboratory Safety [13346] Biological & Laboratory Safety : Resource Info
Resources for biological safety, laser safety & general laboaratory safety

Laboratory Biological Safety Manual [pdf] [2902] Laboratory Biological Safety Manual : Resource Info
Text of a 50+ page manual

NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant DNA Molecules [3823] NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant DNA Molecules : Resource Info
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 Spill Procedures [pdf] [3335] Chemical Spill Procedures : Resource Info
Standard operating procedures for spills in labs

Emergency Eyewash & Shower Equipment [2240] Emergency Eyewash & Shower Equipment : Resource Info
Performance standards for emergency eyewash and shower equipment at the Univ of Kentucky

Laboratory Spill Response [9761] Laboratory Spill Response : Resource Info
Recommended equipment and supplies for a laboratory spill

Magnet Cell Laboratory Safety Procedures [pdf] [26737] Magnet Cell Laboratory Safety Procedures : Resource Info
Magnetic field safety

Marine Safety » Boating Safety
Resources on boating and marine safety

Small Boat Safety [pdf] [18878] Small Boat Safety : Resource Info
Sample small boat safety checklist, accident report form and float plan

Marine Safety » Marine Safety Manuals
Sample marine safety programs, crewman's handbook, etc

Naval Safety Center Checklists [29073] Naval Safety Center Checklists : Resource Info
Checklists to ensure safe standarized work procedures

Physical Hazards » Hearing Conservation
Hearing conservation programs, acoustics, hearing protection devices, etc.

Hearing Conservation Checklist [pdf] [18896] Hearing Conservation Checklist : Resource Info
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

Walking - Working Surfaces Checklist [pdf] [18899] Walking - Working Surfaces Checklist : Resource Info
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

Canada: TLVs for Heat and Cold Exposure [18887] Canada: TLVs for Heat and Cold Exposure : Resource Info
Canadian health and safety regulations with respect to thermal conditions in the workplace

PPE Programs » Eye Safety
Protective eyewear materials

Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Installation [pdf] [16827] Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Installation : Resource Info
Standard procedures for installing emergency eyewash and safety showers

PPE Programs » PPE Safety Programs
Sample PPE safety programs, checklists, tutorials, technical briefs

PPE Checklist [pdf] [18893] PPE Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist for PPE use - eye & face protection and more

SOP: PPE - Construction [pdf] [14813] SOP: PPE - Construction : Resource Info
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,

Fit Testing Procedure for Respirators [5415] Fit Testing Procedure for Respirators : Resource Info
Outlines the general steps for fit testing respirators on employees

Radiation Safety » Laser Safety
Technical resources related to the safe use of lasers

Laser Operations Checklist [pdf] [18906] Laser Operations Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for laser operations - covers Class 1, 2, and 3a lasers

Laser Safety Program [pdf] [26478] Laser Safety Program : Resource Info
Sample policy on the safe use of laser equipment (pdf)

Radiation Safety » Medical Radiation
Resources related to nuclear medicine

Medical Center Radiation Safety Management Plan [13477] Medical Center Radiation Safety Management Plan : Resource Info
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

Guide for Custodians/Maintenance Personnel Working in Radioactive Areas [pdf] [16830] Guide for Custodians/Maintenance Personnel Working in Radioactive Areas : Resource Info
Primary steps-to be followed by maintenance staff who perform work activities in radioactive labs

Ionizing and Non-ionizing Radiation Checklist [pdf] [18902] Ionizing and Non-ionizing Radiation Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for ionizing and non-ionizing radiation

Radiation Safety Procedures [3333] Radiation Safety Procedures : Resource Info
Radiation safety manual, forms, etc.

Recreation Safety » Bikes-Scooters
Safety materials, laws for bicycles, mopeds, scooters, electric bikes, etc.

Bicycle Regulations [2251] Bicycle Regulations : Resource Info
Full text of university regulations for the safe use of bicycles on campus

Recreation Safety » Swimming Safety
Pool and spa safety - drowning prevention

Pool and Spa Tips and Information [5743] Pool and Spa Tips and Information : Resource Info
Guidelines on pool and spa water chemistry and maintenance and safety tips

Pool Safety [9201] Pool Safety : Resource Info
11 safety rules related to pool safety

Respiratory Safety » Confined Space Program
Technical resources related to confined space requirements

Confined Space Entry Checklist [pdf] [18897] Confined Space Entry Checklist : Resource Info
Sample Confined-Space Entry Permit and Checklist

Respiratory Safety » Indoor Air Quality
IAQ guides, checklists, fact sheets, sick building syndrome & more

Indoor Air Quality Checklist [pdf] [18898] Indoor Air Quality Checklist : Resource Info
Common indoor contaminants TLVs and Indoor Air Quality Checklist

Respiratory Safety » Mold Hazards
Guidance on indoor air quality and molds

Fungal Abatement Safe Operating Procedure [24164] Fungal Abatement Safe Operating Procedure : Resource Info
SOP for the removal of mold-bearing building materials

Respiratory Safety » OSHA Air Toxics
OSHA technical resources on chemicals used in the workplace

Methylene Chloride Compliance Guides [5801] Methylene Chloride Compliance Guides : Resource Info
Series of 11 guides assist in compliance with the methylene chloride standard

Respiratory Safety » Respiratory Protection
Respirator fit, full text of respiratory programs, etc.

Respiratory Protection Checklist & Program [pdf] [18895] Respiratory Protection Checklist & Program : Resource Info
Sample respiratory protection program and checklist, respirator medical evaluation questionnaire

Respiratory Safety » Sampling
Technical guides on industrial hygiene air & noise sampling, monitoring, etc

Methods to Sample and Analyze Environmental Lead [6228] Methods to Sample and Analyze Environmental Lead : Resource Info
NIOSH lead sampling recommendations

Respiratory Safety » Ventilation Safety
Fume hoods and other ventilation technical resource information

Oxygen Deficiency Hazard Safety Booklet [pdf] [27141] Oxygen Deficiency Hazard Safety Booklet : Resource Info
How to recognize and protect yourself from oxygen deficient atmospheres

Servicing Exhaust Systems in Research Facilities [pdf] [16826] Servicing Exhaust Systems in Research Facilities : Resource Info
Safety procedures for servicing fume hoods and exhaust systems in research laboratories

Safety Forms » Disaster Checklists
Emergency preparedness checklists, bomb threat checklists

Emergency Action Plan Checklist [pdf] [18890] Emergency Action Plan Checklist : Resource Info
Sample EAP checklist for creating a site-specific plan

Emergency Response Agreements Checklist [pdf] [18909] Emergency Response Agreements Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist currently in use by the US National Weather Service

Safety Forms » Safety Forms
Forms used by safety departments

Safety SOP Guidance [pdf] [35343] Safety SOP Guidance : Resource Info
How to write and manage safety standard operating procedures (SOP)

Student Laboratory Safety Contract [16100] Student Laboratory Safety Contract : Resource Info
Sample form for students to sign indicating their acceptance of science classroom safety rules

Tailgate Safety Meeting Form [14808] Tailgate Safety Meeting Form : Resource Info
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

Example System Design [6128] Example System Design : Resource Info
Example quality system documentation

Safety Programs » Safety Departments
Home pages of environmental health & safety departments

MI-University of Michigan Department of Occupational Safety & Environmental Heal [13328] MI-University of Michigan Department of Occupational Safety & Environmental Heal : Resource Info
Home page to the university's EHS department

Safety Programs » Safety Management
Strategies for loss control & workplace safety programs, safety incentives, etc.

Updated Worker Safety Sample Policies and Forms [2029] Worker Safety Sample Policies and Forms : Resource Info
A series of sample safety policy statements

Safety Programs » Safety Programs
Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals

MN-Minnesota Safety Policies [16823] MN-Minnesota Safety Policies : Resource Info
Full text of safety policies in use by a major university

Occupational Safety and Health Policies and Procedures [18884] Occupational Safety and Health Policies and Procedures : Resource Info
Sample workplace safety manual

Safety & Industrial Hygiene Operations [19420] Safety & Industrial Hygiene Operations : Resource Info
Safety and health standards of operations for a US government agency

Safety / Loss Control Program Materials [15600] Safety / Loss Control Program Materials : Resource Info
Sample safety checklists, forms, programs and manuals

Workplace Safety Manual [pdf] [18385] Workplace Safety Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a state's transportation agency's operations

Safety Programs » Safety Rules
Examples of safe operating procedures (SOPs) and safety rules

Biomedical Sample SOP Template [25623] Biomedical Sample SOP Template : Resource Info
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 Standard Operating Procedures for Lab Equipment Use : Resource Info
Biosafety precautions to take when operating lab equipment

Updated Chemical Safety Standard Operating Procedures [14859] Chemical Safety Standard Operating Procedures : Resource Info
Chemical and electrical safety SOP

Chemical Standard Operating Procedures [27875] Chemical Standard Operating Procedures : Resource Info
SOP's for handling chemicals that could pose a hazard if not used correctly

Emergency Response Rules [pdf] [26842] Emergency Response Rules : Resource Info
Employee rules for fire emergency, disasters, severe weather, etc.

Environmental Response Team Standard Operating Procedures [20211] Environmental Response Team Standard Operating Procedures : Resource Info
Full text of air, water, etc. sampling procedures in use by the EPA's ERT

EtBr: SOP for DNA Extraction by CsC1 Ethidium Bromide [17374] EtBr: SOP for DNA Extraction by CsC1 Ethidium Bromide : Resource Info
Sample safety procedures to use

Updated Example Employee Safety Policy & General Safety Rules [16098] Example Employee Safety Policy & General Safety Rules : Resource Info
Can be signed by the employee

Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines [205] Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines : Resource Info
Full text of SOPs used by firefighters

Fire Department Volunteer Policies & Procedures [26840] Fire Department Volunteer Policies & Procedures : Resource Info
Sample documents, forms, manuals, etc.

Fire Extinguisher SOP [pdf] [22035] Fire Extinguisher SOP : Resource Info
Standard operating procedures on the use of fire extinguishers

Fire Protection & Control Rules [pdf] [26841] Fire Protection & Control Rules : Resource Info
Employee rules related to fire safety

Fire Science Laboratory SOPs and Safety Guidelines [29215] Fire Science Laboratory SOPs and Safety Guidelines : Resource Info
A series of documents related to laboratory safety standard operating procedures

General Safety Rules [24231] General Safety Rules : Resource Info
Issued to provide a safe and healthy working environment

Industrial Hygiene Practices [pdf] [32313] Industrial Hygiene Practices : Resource Info
US Department of Energy standard operating procedures for industrial hygienists

Updated Lab Safety SOP's [25340] Lab Safety SOP
Standard operating procedures on how to safely handle specific laboratory chemicals

Laboratory and Chemical Safety [18460] Laboratory and Chemical Safety : Resource Info
Laboratory safety standard operating procedures and more

Physical Facilities Safe Operating Procedures [32613] Physical Facilities Safe Operating Procedures : Resource Info
Over 30 SOPs for workplace safety

Safe Operating Practices - Equipment, Tools, Instruments, Accessories [35641] Safe Operating Practices - Equipment, Tools, Instruments, Accessories : Resource Info
Sample SOPs for ATV, golf cart, loaders, heavy equipment, trucks, hand tools, power equipment and more

Safe Operating Practices - Field Work [35639] Safe Operating Practices - Field Work : Resource Info
Approximately 40 SOPs for those who work in the outdoors

Safe Operating Practices - Job Activities and Work Sites [35640] Safe Operating Practices - Job Activities and Work Sites : Resource Info
SOPs for those who work in workshops and maintenance shops

Safe Operating Procedures [32611] Safe Operating Procedures : Resource Info
A large number of safety rules and safety checklists for industry, construction, safety hazard controls

Safety & Health Services SOP's [885] Safety & Health Services SOP
Sample standard operating procedures - includes industrial hygiene SOPs

Safety Policy Manual [35647] Safety Policy Manual : Resource Info
A series of safety policies for a series of safety hazards

SOP Development Form for Hazardous Material [doc] [22018] SOP Development Form for Hazardous Material : Resource Info
Standard operating procedures guidelines and template for hazardous materials

SOP for Safe Handling of Carcinogenic Materials [pdf] [6656] SOP for Safe Handling of Carcinogenic Materials : Resource Info
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] SOP
Methodology for developing acute exposure guideline levels (AEGLs) for toxic substances from inhalation exposures.

SOP: Lockout - Tagout Program [pdf] [25413] SOP: Lockout - Tagout Program : Resource Info
Standard operating procedures and safety rules for LOTO

SOP: Work Sites [pdf] [14816] SOP: Work Sites : Resource Info
Full text of a large number of Standard Operating Procedures for injury prevention at work sites

Standard Operating Procedures - Safety [23289] Standard Operating Procedures - Safety : Resource Info
Full text of a wide variety of safety SOP's

Standard Operating Procedures for Beryllium Operations [1880] Standard Operating Procedures for Beryllium Operations : Resource Info
As enacted by one of the US Dept of Energy laboratories

Water Incursion SOP [pdf] [27442] Water Incursion SOP : Resource Info
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.

Sample Safety Orientation Outline [pdf] [18908] Sample Safety Orientation Outline : Resource Info
Sample outline for employees, visitors and contractors

School Safety » School Safety Programs
Resources related to school safety & health hazards, sample safety progams

Updated University Safety Program [25300] University Safety Program : Resource Info
Text of the safety policies in use at a major university

Specific Industries » Industry Loss Control
Risk management advice for specific industries

Municipalities - Managing Your Risk [25285] Municipalities - Managing Your Risk : Resource Info
Addresses risk management, safety and insurance issues

Specific Industries » Industry Safety
Safety and health hazards & controls in specific industries

Canada - Municipal Safety Handbook [18427] Canada - Municipal Safety Handbook : Resource Info
Full text of a safety handbook for employees of a municipality

Department Specific Safe Work Practices [18924] Department Specific Safe Work Practices : Resource Info
Safety training procedures/checklists for a variety of jobs

Painting Safety Rules [18402] Painting Safety Rules : Resource Info
Policies and procedures for workers in the painting industry

Postal Employees Guide to Safety [pdf] [18419] Postal Employees Guide to Safety : Resource Info
Safety rules for postal employees

Specific Industries » Office Safety
Checklists, office safety programs, training materials, home offices, etc.

Office Safety Checklist [pdf] [18882] Office Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Sample office safety checklist and instructions

Specific Industries » Petrochemical Safety
Petrochemical industry-specific environmental safety and health materials

Petroleum Industry Recommended Practices [22058] Petroleum Industry Recommended Practices : Resource Info
Over 20 different recommended safety practices for the petroleum industry

Specific Industries » Shop Safety
Safety hazards and controls associated with shop work



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