Worker Protection Standard Training Facility Information for the. Biological Sciences Greenhouse

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1 Worker Protection Standard Training Facility Information for the Biological Sciences Greenhouse

2 Pesticide Applicators All full-time greenhouse staff hold valid Ohio Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator licenses and are required to maintain these licenses by regularly attending educational sessions. It is our policy to permit only licensed individuals to apply pesticides or for individuals to obtain the appropriate EPA required handler training in addition to the WPS training prior to being permitted to apply pesticides.

3 All pesticides must be stored in: Pesticide Storage 700A, the pesticide storage room or otherwise securely locked up and properly ventilated. All pesticides must be stored in their original containers or in a secondary container which is labeled with all the EPA required information including: Product Name Active Ingredient and % EPA number Concentration/dilution with The product in this container is diluted as directed on the pesticide product label. Signal words/images and precautionary statement from the registered label. Follow the directions for use on the pesticide label when applying this product.

4 All pesticide applications, including experimental applications, must be recorded in the pesticide application log in the Trellis software program. The pesticide application log will be printed from Trellis and posted on the door of the pesticide storage room. A warning sign must be posted on the treated area listing the chemical(s) applied and the reentry date/time. Recordkeeping

5 Protective Gear Chemical resistant gloves, protective coats and coveralls and respirators are located in: 700A, the pesticide storage room After hours and when this room is locked, an emergency kit containing gloves, coverall and a respirator is located in a bag at the emergency eye wash/shower in room 700B.

6 Decontamination Supplies Soap, water and paper towels are available at the following locations in the facility: 700B 735 Women s restroom Men s restroom

7 Emergency Eye Wash/Shower An emergency eye wash/shower is located: Next to room 700A 1. Remove contaminated clothing 2. Rinse skin/eyes immediately for at least 15 minutes 3. Wash with soap and water as soon as possible.

8 Safety Information A pesticide safety poster is located: Next to room 700A A phone is located: On desk adjacent to 700A Dial or 911 The nearest medical facility is: OSU Wexner Medical Center Directly across 12 th Avenue from the greenhouse.

9 MSDS & Pesticide Labels The pesticide application log is available: On the door of 700A Online in the Trellis system MSDS and Product labels are located: In a binder on the shelf unit next to 700A

10 Best Practices The following best practices have been established to ensure the safety of those working at the greenhouse and to provide guidance for successful educational and research projects at the facility.

11 Attire and Personal Safety Shoes are required to be worn in all areas and at all times. First aid kits are located in 700B and in 735. Latex gloves and dust masks are available by the first aid kit in 700B. Please dispose of sharp items in the red sharps containers in 700B.

12 Building Security Outside of business hours: Be sure all doors are securely locked when entering and exiting. Do not prop open doors or permit unknown individuals into the facility. Do not leave any valuables unattended. Immediately report suspicious activity.

13 Sanitation Please dispose of waste properly: Compost = cans without liners Trash = cans with liners GMO waste = Marked cans only Trash and Recycling bins are located throughout the headhouse. Please place food waste in central bins in hallway by restrooms as these are emptied daily.

14 Sanitation Please tidy up after yourself! Brooms, dustpans, and cleaning supplies are located in 700B Don t leave food and beverage wrappers/containers in the greenhouses as they attract pests.

15 Potting Tips Start Clean! Ø Use new or clean pots and sterile potting mix. Ø Clean scoops and tools before and after use. Ø Do not use dust pans as soil scoops. Ø Size the pot appropriate for the plant size. Ø Leave space from top of mix to rim of pot for water. Ø Always label each pot/flat with your name. Unlabeled plants will be discarded.

16 Watering Tips Avoid watering late in the day. Avoid stress from over and under-watering as this invites pest and disease issues. Don t leave plants in standing water. Keep hose breakers off the floor.

17 Spacing Tips Space plants apart for good air circulation and to minimize disease and pest issues. Rolling benches can tip if loaded unevenly. Be sure to distribute weight across benches evenly when loading and unloading.

18 Pest Control Tips Keep plants, benches and areas free of dead and decaying plant debris. Promptly remove and dispose of unnecessary plants. Rogue out pest and disease ridden plants. Do not keep pet plants that can host pests. Report pest issues immediately to greenhouse staff.

19 Best Practices Don t leave tools, razor blades or other items in greenhouse where they can get wet and rusty and pose a hazard. All items stored in the greenhouse should be waterproof or stored in waterproof containers. Use of glassware in the greenhouse is not recommended. Do not drink or wash with water from greenhouse hoses as fertilizer is run through the system.

20 Best Practices Tools, carts and other items are shared. Please return them to the prep room promptly after use. If you need to use for an extended period, make a request to greenhouse staff. Please notify staff of any equipment failures or malfunctions immediately. Do not move light fixtures, open or close valves, or turn on/off fans without notifying greenhouse staff.. Any items stored in the cold room must have prior approval of greenhouse staff. Items must be labeled with contact name and phone number in addition to contents. No food storage is permitted in the cold room.

21 Emergency Contacts Emergency contact information for greenhouse staff is located on the door to room 700B. Staff are on call 24 hours a day. For building issues, contact FOD 24 hours a day at