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This document provides details of documents and requirements that are mandated by the State of New York and identifies the process of annual review and update of the program that determines the objectives and targets.

The purpose of these procedures is to ensure that Cornell University employees maintain and operate Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) in a safe manner and do so in accordance with all OSHA Standards and other regulatory compliance codes. This program requires that only trained and authorized operators s hall be permitted to operate an AWP.

The Cornell University Confined Space Program establishes requirements and procedures to protect employees and contractors engaged in alteration, construction, maintenance, repair and inspection activities at locations with one or more confined spaces. This program also establishes requirements and procedures for confined space entry operations.

Procedure for Cornell AgriTech Spill Response.

The purpose of the Crane and Hoist Safety Program is to establish safe work practices and inspection procedures to help ensure that the operators of overhead cranes, as well as the Cornell University community are protected from potential hazards associated with the movement of equipment and material using a crane, hoist and related equipment.

This Electrical Safe Work Practices program has been developed to help individuals recognize and avoid electrical hazards. The goal is to reduce and manage the risk of electrical arc flash hazard, shock, equipment damage, and fire.

Example of escape route.

This standard operating procedure provides general guidelines for EHS staff who would be required to perform emergency evacuation drills. The purpose is for safety and New York State fire code and New York State Educational Law compliance.

The purpose of this procedure is to define responsibilities and a procedure for facility flood response, remediation, and insurance claim.