Chemical Hygiene Plan - Queensborough Community College ...

problems and compliance issues, and monitor the level of radiation exposure to individuals on
campus. In addition, the New York City Department of Health performs on-campus inspections
every two years. Article 175 of the City Health Code applies to all radiation equipment and
radioactive material within the jurisdiction of the New York City Department of Health. Sections
of Article 175 set forth under the heading, "Radiation Equipment," contain provisions for all
radiation equipment and general and additional radiation control requirements applicable to
specific radiation equipment. Sections of Article 175 set forth under the heading, "Radioactive
Materials," contain provisions for all radioactive materials and general and additional radiation
control requirements applicable to specific radioactive materials. Article 175 aims to protect the
public generally, as well as workers in certain radiation installations, from the hazards inherent in
the use of ionizing radiation. The Article is intended to serve as a framework for coordination of
radiation control activities with the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration, the N.Y. State Department of Labor, the N.Y. State Department of Health, the
N.Y. State Atomic Energy Council, the N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation,
and with other state and federal agencies, as well as with other N.Y. City agencies.
The information presented here is only a brief overview of how sources of ionizing radiation are
used at CUNY. While CUNY has demonstrated that it has a solid and consistent safety program,
it is important not to take safety for granted. If you have questions or concerns about the use of
ionizing radiation where you work, you are entitled to answers and information. The P.I., area
supervisor or any authorized user is willing and able to help you and you should feel free to
speak with them. They understand that many individuals have never had formal training about
radiation safety. If you need additional assistance or have any other questions, please contact
your EHS Office.
18.5 Radioactive Waste Disposal
Radioactive material cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. Radioactive waste is divided
into several distinct categories and should be separated accordingly. Please refer to your
college’s Radiation Safety Manual for proper procedures in preparing your radioactive waste for
pickup. A radioactive waste pickup may be requested by contacting your EHSO.
QCC currently does not possess a license to purchase, store and use radioactive materials.
Consult with the EHSO should you have any questions regarding this.
XIX. LASER HAZARDS
The EHSO Council recognizes the American National Standard for the Safe Use of LASERs,
ANSI Z136.1-2000 and New York Department of Labor’s Part 50, LASER Regulation. ANSI
Z136.1-2007 requires that all class 3b and 4 LASER users must attend LASER safety training.
Your EHS Office should offer training to meet this requirement, which includes topics such as
LASER hazards, LASER classifications, signage/labeling, medical monitoring, safety guidelines,
and what to do in case of an exposure incident.
Additionally, any class 3b and 4 LASERs that are in use must be registered with your EHS
Office. If your user group has not completed this process, please complete the LASER
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