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OSHA Log FAQ, What is Duke's policy on Reporting of Work-Related Injuries or Illnesses?, The policy on Reporting of Work-Related Injuries or Illnesses can be found in the Duke University Safety Manual . , How do I report a Work-Related Injury or Illness?, Employees should ensure that their supervisor is aware of their injury or illness AND file a Report of Work-Related Injury or Illness on the Duke HR w, What are my responsibilities as a manager/ supervisor following the Work-Related Injury or Illness of one of my employees?, Click here to learn about manager/ supervisor responsibilities following a work-related injury or illness. , What happens when a Report of Work-Related Injury or Illness is received by the Occupational & Environmental Safety Office (OESO)?, OESO reviews the report paying careful attention to the employee's injury/ illness description and the comments from the employee and supervisor on ho, Which department maintains the Duke Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses? Am I allowed to see it?, The Occupational & Environmental Safety Office (OESO) has maintained the log & summary since calendar year 2002.  Workers' Compensation maintained the, How long does Duke keep the log, the summary, and Reports of Work-Related Injury or Illness?, Duke is required by OSHA regulations on Retention & Updating - 1904.33 to keep the log, summary, and Reports of Work-Related Injury or Illness for fiv, Where can I go to learn more about OSHA Recordkeeping and statistics on work-related injuries and illnesses for various industries?, More information about OSHA Recordkeeping can be found by clicking here . Statistics on work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities can be found o, What other records does Duke keep about my health, and who has access to view these?, The Occupational and Environemental Safety Office (OESO) and Employee Occupational Health and Wellness (EOHW) keep employee exposure and medical recor

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Hazard Communication FAQ, What is the Hazard Communications Standard?, The Hazard Communication Standard   requires employers to establish hazard communication programs to transmit information on the hazards of chemicals , What is a Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?, An SDS is a written document produced by the chemical manufacturer or importer that includes important information about a chemical including: T, Do I need to use an SDS?, SDS's are useful documents and should be used as reference for any questions that you may have concerning a chemical that is used in your workplace. D, Which chemicals require an SDS?, Every hazardous chemical that is in use in the workplace requires an SDS. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration defines a hazardous chemic, Which substances do not require an SDS?, SDS's are not required for any of the following items or chemicals: Chemicals that are not considered by OSHA to be "hazardous". (Note: you will, Do pharmaceuticals require an SDS?, SDS are required for all drugs defined under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act except for drugs in solid, final form for direct administration t, What should I do with SDS hard copies from a chemical manufacturer?, Whenever you order a new chemical the chemical distributor has the responsibility to provide you with a Materials Safety Data Sheet. Keep the original, What are my SDS responsibilities?, The Duke University Safety Manual outlines the following responsibilities regarding SDSs:, Departments shall:, Develop and maintain an up-to-date inventory of all chemical products used in departmental work areas. Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets for all , Supervisors shall:, Conduct site-specific on-the-job training for chemical substances used in their workplaces. Supervisors must train employees before they begin work wi, OESO shall:, Conduct general Hazard Communication Training as part of employee orientation. Maintain a master archive of SDS's for distribution to users. Assis, Contractors who bring hazardous chemicals onto Duke University property shall:, Make the Hazard Communication Program available for review at the work site. Maintain an up-to-date hazardous chemical inventory, and all correspond, What are my labeling requirements?, OSHA requires that the label include the identity, name and address of the manufacturer or distributor, and appropriate hazard warnings. The identi, What is a list of hazardous chemicals?, As part of the Written Hazard Communication Program, OSHA requires employers to maintain a list of the hazardous chemicals known to be present. You sh, How do I find an SDS?, Determine the manufacturer of the substance that you are using. Click on the direct link to that manufacturer if available. If the manufacturer's , What if I cannot find the SDS that I am looking for?, If after searching through our links you cannot find the SDS you are looking for: Submit a request on-line. If an SDS is required immediately for an S