Resource Library
Laser Safety Advisory
The laser safety community has recently developed concerns about the availability of affordable handheld laser pointers so dangerously high-powered that even instantaneous exposure to the direct beam could result in permanent, catastrophic eye injury. These products are available through third-party sellers on seemingly reputable marketplaces such as Amazon.com and are being marketed with innocuous descriptions like camping supplies, pet toys, and tactical flashlights.
Lock/ Tag/ Verify Written Program Protected Document
The purpose of this Lockout/ Tagout/ Verification (LTV) Program is to ensure the health and safety of Cornell University employees by establishing the minimum performance requirements for disconnecting hazardous energy sources whenever service and/or maintenance is performed on equipment.
Lock/Tag/Verify Toolbox Talk Protected Document
The Toolbox Talk for Lock/Tag/Verify gives an overview, personal danger locks and tags, caution locks and tags, procedures, abandon lock removal procedures, a form, and an Appendix A - Hazardous Energy Assessment and Control Procedure.
Machine Shop Safety Toolbox Talk
Reviews basic shop safety rules, general safety rules, and protection against hazards.
Maintenance Athlete Overview
The Written Program for Maintenance Athlete gives the overview and purpose of the program.
Maintenance Athlete Stretches Poster Protected Document
Reviews Occupational Health, Safety, and Injury Prevention Maintenance Athlete Stretches.
Material Handling Toolbox Safety Talk
Reviews housekeeping & storage, how to lift safely, material handling aids and PPE.