ROWAN UNIVERSITY POLICY 

Title: Employee Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
Subject: Facilities, Planning and Operations
Policy No: Fac: 2015:02 
Applies: University-Wide
Issuing Authority: Vice President for Facilities Planning & Operations
Responsible Officer: Assistant Vice President for Facilities & Operations
Adopted:  
Last Revision: 07/26/2024
Last Reviewed: 07/26/2024
 

 I. PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to ensure environmental health and safety (EHS) policies and procedures are provided to all employees for promoting a safe or healthy and environmentally friendly work environment.  

II. ACCOUNTABILITY

Under the direction of the Senior Vice President for Facilities, the Assistant Vice President for Facilities and Operations shall implement this policy and ensure compliance with the policy.

III. APPLICABILITY

This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students and volunteers at Rowan University. All Rowan employees shall ensure compliance with this policy.

IV. REFERENCES

1. The Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Act, Cited as NJSA 34:6A-25 ET Seq
2. New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) 
3. Contact the EHS Department at EHS@Rowan.edu or at 856-256-5105 with questions or when consultation services are needed. 

V. POLICY

1.  Environmental Compliance
   1. Rowan University is committed to supporting sustainability and minimizing the impact of its operations on the environment and the surrounding local communities near it campuses or facilities.
   2. Employees are required to comply with all applicable regulatory environmental, health, and safety requirements.
   3. In order to ensure that a minimal level of protection is maintained, all operations must satisfy all federal, state, and local regulations.
2. Occupational Safety
   1. The Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Safety and Health Standards for Public Employees are the basic standards for employee safety practices, policies, and procedures.
   2. Employees are required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards and all regulations promulgated under the act that apply to their own actions and conduct on the job (e.g., 29 CFR 1910, as adopted by New Jersey). This includes all safe work rules or practices developed by the University.
   3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
      1. The University at no additional cost will provide any PPE required to the employee. PPE provided will be worn or used when directed by a supervisor or when dictated by good safety or work practices.
      2. Each employee is responsible to maintain, inspect, test and fit any PPE equipment issued in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations or in accordance with instructions issued by the University.
   4. Task Specific Requirements
      1. Task specific requirements will be developed as regulatory requirements direct (e.g., PEOSH Confined Spaces), or through the evolution of the safety and risk management programs as deemed appropriate
3. Occupational Health
   1. Employees who require medical evaluation due to work requirements, or who require medical examinations be made available when employees may be exposed or potentially exposed to occupational hazards. Medical examination or consultation services will be provided with a through the University's contract medical provider, occupational medicine or Wellness Center at no expense to the employee. Such requests, however, must be coordinated either through EHS or HR.
   2. Respirator Use:  Employees must comply with PEOSHA/OSHA regulations regarding respirators. Medical screening and fit-testing are required and coordinated by EHS. Respirators may only be approved or issued by EHS.