North Carolina State University
Lab Safety Specialist
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Job Description
- Req#: 218160
- Serves as Assistant Chemical Hygiene Officer for the University in support of the Research Safety Grpi
- Conducts comprehensive, laboratory EHS inspections throughout the year
- Manages the University-wide hazardous materials shipping program to ensure compliance with DOT/IATA
- Manages the Controlled Substances program
- Performs periodic reviews of hazardous material and equipment orders
- Serves as EHS liaison to Facilities on laboratory ventilation selection and performance; including equipment such as fume hoods, snorkels, etc
- Manages and direct activities of temporary EHS staff as needed
- Serves on the EHS Spill Team (may require the use of an air-purifying respirator and other PPE)
- Provides support and enhancements for lab safety tools including training, lab audits, hazard reviews and various industrial hygiene data bases
- Serves as the Assistant Chemical Hygiene Officer for the University in support of the Research Safety Group, including developing procedures to:
- Conducts lab inspections, hazard assessments, and responses to hazardous material events such as chemical spills and releases.
- Reviews EHS policies addressing unique issues that are significant in scope in compliance with University, local, State, and Federal laws and regulations.
- Manages the University Controlled Substances program. Develops audit program to identify, monitor, and support research groups using controlled substances. Ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations
- Manages the University hazardous material shipping program, including IATA and DOT program review, update, and training. Addresses inquires regrading the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
The primary duties of this position are: to serve as the Assistant Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) for the University providing coverage and support for the Research Safety Group; to develop and refine research safety programs; to conduct EHS audits and inspections, chemical and physical hazard reviews, safety training; to update and improve EHS guidelines, programs, policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, recommendations for improvement of research/laboratory safety conditions.
These services will be conducted principally at the main campus of NC State University in Raleigh, NC, yet may include infrequent visits to NC State University property located throughout the state of North Carolina.
Primary responsibilities include:About the company
North Carolina State University is a public land-grant research university in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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