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  • Campus Fire Safety Right to Know Act - CFSRTKA
    The Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act is an amendment to the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This amendment serves to increase campus fire safety
    Table of Contents
    1. Higher Education Opportunity Act, i. Full Version (PDF), https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/federal_regsiter-highlighted_1.pdf, ii. Fire Safety Excerpt, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Higher%20Education%20Act%20%28HR%204137%29.pdf
    2. Fire Protection Systems, i. Residential Facilities Fire Safety Systems T2, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Residential%20Facilities%20Fire%20Safety%20Systems%20T2.pdf, ii. Tampering With Fire Systems, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Tampering%20With%20Fire%20Systems.pdf, iii. Fire Alarm Concerns, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Fire%20Alarm%20Concerns.pdf
    3. Fire Drill Information, i. Fire Drill Program: OESO F&LS Operating Instruction 1-9, internal:/sites/default/files/Fire-Drill-Program-Instruction-1-9.pdf, ii. Fire Drill Training, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Fire%20Drill%20Training.pdf
    4. Policies and\or Rules, i. Electrical Safety, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Electrical%20Safety.pdf, ii. Smoking, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Smoking.pdf, iii. Open Fires, Candles & Other Open Flames, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Open%20Fires%2C%20Candles%20%26%20Other%20Open%20Flames.pdf, iv. Fireworks & Miscellaneous Flammable Materials, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Fireworks%20%26%20Misc%20Flammables.pdf, v. Obstructions, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Obstructions.pdf, vi. Fire Alarms & Building Evacuation, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Fire%20Alarms%20%26%20Building%20Evacuation.pdf, vii. Decorations, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Decorations.pdf
    5. Fire Safety Plan and Training, i. Residential Housing Fire Safety Plan, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Residential%20Housing%20Fire%20Safety%20Plan.pdf, ii. Training: General Information, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Training-General.pdf
    6. Resources, i. Resources, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Resources.pdf
    7. Fire Incident Documents, 2018, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/2018-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2019, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/2019-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2020, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/2020-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2021, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/2021-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2022, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/2022-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2023, 2023-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2024, 2024-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf, 2025, 2025-Fire-Incident-Log.pdf
     8. Campus Fire Safety Right To Know Act Annual Reports View the Annual Fire Safety Report View the Annual Clery Campus Security Report

  • About Ergonomics, What is Ergonomics?, Ergonomics is the science of matching jobs to workers and products to users. An Ergonomist is an expert in an area of engineering focusing on human mo, What are Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)?, Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries that involve the muscles, tendons, or nerves. They occur over time and can take a long time to heal. MSD, Why Should I be Concerned about Ergonomics?, The three goals of ergonomics are to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), increase comfort and safety, and increase productivity and job satisfac
      DUHS Links Duke Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM) Live for Life® Wellness Program at Duke University
    General Ergonomics Resource Links, The Hand Book (Unauthorized reproduction or transmission of The HAND Book is prohibited.)National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) , Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics (BCPE)Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES)Association of Safe Patient Handling ProfessionalsR, Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA)Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaires (CMDQ)Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaires (Spanish)Cornell , OSHA’s VDT ChecklistPerformance Oriented Ergonomic Checklist For Computer (VDT) WorkstationsLaptop Specific Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questio

  • Suggested Stretches and Exercises Discomfort often occurs when someone works in the same position for most of the workday. Short stretch breaks per
    Suggested Stretches
    This page has some stretches that you can perform before, during or after work, especially when working on computers or performing lifting tasks.
    90 Second Workout Break

  • Vendor Contact Information, Alfred Williams (MillerKnoll Dealer), Amy Hines919-459-3296 David Pruitt336-263-1098, BodyBilt (Chair and Maestro Sit/Stand Unit), Mark Frederick919-247-2571 Direct, Humanscale (Chair and Ergonomic Office Products), Rob Benson919-949-7050 Direct, Kinesis, Russ Hitt800-454-6374 X529 Office, Office Relief, Eric Johnson877-919-1190 ext. 221 Office, PMC Commercial Interiors (Haworth Dealer, formerly known as Price Modern), Heather Sevier919-228-4008 Office919-278-6734 Direct, Storr Office Environments (Chair and Ergonomic Office Products), HospitalRon Cardone919-451-8673 DirectUniversityKendell Pardue Tuttle704-657-4844 Direct

  • Recommended Seating From the Duke Furniture Standards Program All chairs at this website meet the recommendations of the Duke Ergonomics Program. T
    Required Chair Features, Adjustable seat height (pneumatic) Independent, height-adjustable backrest Adjustable seat depth High density foam used in seat cushion, with cl, Chair Selection Process:, Determine which chair vendor your department orders from. Know your budget. Go to PMC Commercial Interiors, or Alfred Williams vendor to schedule
    Chair Vendor Contact Information
    Chair Resources, Big and Tall Chairs, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Chairsforbigtall.pdf, Chairs used more than 4 hours, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Chairsmorethan4hours.pdf, Chairs used less than 4 hours, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Chairslessthan4hours.pdf, Stool Height Chairs, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Stool-Height-Chairs.pdf, Specialty Stools, https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/SpecialtyStools.pdf

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    Employees should: View the Tips for Setting Up Your Home Computer poster Review the Office Ergonomics for Telecommuters training course Refe

  • Adjusting Your Workplace and Home/Remote Computer Setup:Please review and make adjustments to your computer workstation setup based on 10 Steps to Saf
    Computer Ergonomics Resources, Healthcare Computers, Maestro Hardware Guidelines Safety Checklists Cornell Digital Reading Room Ergonomics Checklist Cornell Healthcare Computer Wall-Station , Laptop Information, Laptop Ergonomics Recommended Products Ergonomics Questionnaires for Self-Help Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire , Sit/Stand, Recommended Models Which Device is Best? Working Postures, Other Helpful Resources, Computer Workstation Standards Assistive Technology and Tools at Duke Health

  • OESO Staff Directory, Administration, Environmental Safety BuildingPhysical Address: 5 Genome Court, Suite 0130, Durham, NC 27710Mailing Address: Box 3914, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-2, Biological Safety, Hock Plaza 1Physical Address: 2424 Erwin Road, Suite 204, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 2738, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-8822 Fax: 919-681-, Community Hospital and Clinic Safety, Phone: 919-470-SAFE(7233) Fax: 919-684-2422Email: chcs.oeso@duke.eduJames, Daniel, CIH, CSP, CHFMDirector, Community Hospital and Clinic SafetyPhone: , Environmental Programs, Environmental Safety BuildingPhysical Address: 5 Genome Court, Suite 0130, Durham, NC 27710Mailing Address: Box 3914, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-2, Ergonomics, Erwin SquarePhysical Address: 2200 W. Main Street, Suite 400, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 3834, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-668-ERGO(3746) Fax, Fire and Life Safety, Hock Plaza 1Physical Address: 2424 Erwin Road, Suite 507, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 2738, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-5609 Fax: 919-684-, Laboratory Safety, Hock Plaza 1Physical Address: 2424 Erwin Road, Suite 204, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 2738, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-8822 Fax: 919-681-, Occupational Hygiene and Safety, Hock Plaza 1Physical Address: 2424 Erwin Road, Suite 204, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 3387, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-5996 Fax: 919-681-, Radiation Safety, 409 Elf StreetPhysical Address: 409 Elf Street, Durham, NC 27705Mailing Address: Box 3155, Durham, NC 27710Phone: 919-684-2194 Fax: 919-668-2783Email:

  • Click here for instructions on how to prepare for and respond to natural gas leaks. Issues with the following building systems should be reported to t

  • Patient/Visitor Injuries, Respond to injured and report incident: Within Medical Center: MC Risk Management - (919) 684-3277 Nights and Weekends - (919) 970-8001 , Employee Work-Related Injuries/Illnesses, If emergency care is needed, go to a DUHS Emergency Department or call 911 All work-related injuries/illnesses regardless of the severity must be re, Animal Bites/Scratches, Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water 3-5 minutes and then cover with a bandage or sterile dressing. Flush eyes as appropriate. Report i, Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs), Seek medical treatment if you experience any of these MSD signs or symptoms: Inflammation, pain, redness, swelling, heat Numbness or tingling
    For an ergonomic assessment of your work area, contact the Ergonomics Division. OESO Ergonomics Division - (919) 668-ERGO(3746)