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Occupational Hygiene & Safety

Occupational Hygiene & Safety Division

 

The Occupational Hygiene & Safety Division coordinates the programs for evaluating, controlling, or eliminating both health and safety hazards in the workplace.

 

Duke Health Douglas Street
Physical Address: 501 Douglas Street, Suite 151, Durham, NC 27710
Mailing Address: Box 3387, Durham, NC 27710
Phone: 919-684-5996 Fax: 919-681-5916
Email: ohs.oeso@dm.duke.edu

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In addition to the programs on the menu, OHS Division -

  • Performs audits covering diverse occupational exposures. The audit process includes a hazard assessment followed by a review of policies and training related to the identified hazards.
  • Conducts investigations of employee accidents related to equipment, grounds and safety awareness
  • Assists in the design, testing and evaluation of engineered safety devices and controls
  • Reviews and clears animal research protocols
  • Provides input in the design phase of new building construction