IAP Independent Activities Period
overview participate organize offerings calendar  
for-credit subjects non-credit activities by category non-credit activities by sponsor non-credit activities by date

IAP 2012 Activities by Sponsor

Environment, Health and Safety Office

Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Suzanne Adams
Tue Jan 10, 11:30am-12:30pm, 4-145

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

This presentation is for anyone at MIT that uses a computer! Come learn how to set up and use your computer properly to prevent related Repetitive Strain Injury.
Contact: Suzanne Adams, N52-496, x2-3477, sma@mit.edu

EHS Representative Orientation
Pam Greenley
Thu Jan 19, 01-04:00pm, N52-496

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Limited to 30 participants.
Single session event
Prereq: Register at http://web.mit.edu/sapwebss/PS1/training_home.sh

This is a training course for new and existing EHS reps on their role in the EHS Management System, their responsibilites under the EHS-MS, and a brief overview of EHS issues they may be asked about by their lab mates.

Topics include:
--- Interacting with your PI and labmates
--- Updating your lab's PI/Space registration database
--- Helping new people complete the Training Needs Assessment
--- Generating training reports for your lab group
--- How to conduct a Level I inspection
--- How is your lab evaluated during a Level II inspection
--- EHS issues and resources like finding MSDS's, how to set-up chemical storage, and what to look for in hazardous waste satellite accumulation areas.
Web: http://ehs.mit.edu
Contact: Jessica Van, N52-496, x2-3233, jvan@mit.edu

EHS-MS: Building a toolbox for the EHS Coordinator
Gerry Fallon, Pam Greenley, Mitch Galanek
Thu Jan 12, 10-11:00am, N52-496

No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Single session event

The DLC-EHS Coordinator plays a key role in the EHS MS and receives authority from the DLC Head to manage the EHS-MS functions within the DLC. This course will examine the specific requirements of the Coordinator position, review the web based Pi/Space registration, training, and level 2 inspection programs including reports, and a discussion with current EHS Coordinators of the skills and techniques (rep meetings, web page, auto emails) that have proven valuable in meeting the expectation of this role. Participants will be encouraged to share experiences, discuss strengths and examine opportunities to improve delivery of EHS-MS requirements to the DLC.

Refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Gerry Fallon, x3-9272, fallon@rocko.lns.mit.edu

Green Ambassadors Workshop: Share Ideas with Other Green Ambassadors—Or Join the Team!
Rachael Budowle
Thu Jan 19, 12-01:30pm, E19-319

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 12-Jan-2012
Limited to 30 participants.
Single session event

Green Ambassadors is a network of students, faculty, and staff across campus working to make sustainable changes in their office, lab, or dorm. This workshop will allow Green Ambassadors to meet over a provided light lunch and share ideas about how to “green” their campus space. Those who are not yet a Green Ambassador are welcome to attend, learn more, and join, as well. We’ll focus specifically on new opportunities for individuals to impact sustainability at the building level in a more measurable way through green teams and occupant engagement.

Limited to 30 people. Advance sign up required by January 12th (see contact below).

Attendees are welcome to bring their own, reusable tableware to the event; compostable tableware and composting will also be provided.

Sponsor: Sustainability Program, EHS Headquarters Office
Cosponsor: MIT Energy Initiative, Campus Energy Task Force
Web: http://ehs.mit.edu/site/sustainability
Contact: Rachael Budowle, rbudowle@mit.edu

Health and Safety Issues of Nanomaterials
Marilyn Hallock
Thu Jan 19, 11am-12:00pm, 46-3189

No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event

The exciting field of nanotechnology is creating the next industrial revolution in engineering. It is also creating the new field of nanotoxicology. Are nanoparticles more toxic than dust particles we normally work with? Could carbon nanotubes possibly be the next asbestos? Come find out what we know and don't know and how to work safely in your laboratory with nanomaterials. Will include update of this year's research findings on nanotoxicology.


No prerequisite.
Contact: Marilyn Hallock, N52-496, x3-0344, hallock@mit.edu

Inspecting a Non Lab or Non Traditional DLC
Abigail Licnikas, EHS Office, Ed Akerley, DoF EHS Manager
Tue Jan 17, 01-02:00pm, W20: PDR 1 & 2

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 02-Jan-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
Single session event

Intended audience: EHS Coordinators, EHS office personnel, Facilities Supervisors, and managers or supervisors who receive inspection findings

There are a surprising number of spaces EHS Coordinators and Officers are responsible for that don’t fall under the “lab” umbrella! In this class we will explore the differences and similarities in the Level II inspection of a non lab or non-traditional space, including mechanical rooms, workshops, and storage rooms. We will also provide pointers on common findings, and perform a mock inspection of a non lab space.
Contact: Abigail Licnikas, EHS Office, N52-496, x4-0374, adhine8@mit.edu

Strategies for Good Housekeeping in Your Lab or Work Space
Gerry Fallon, Inspection Service Team
Thu Feb 2, 01-02:00pm, N52-496

Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 15-Jan-2012
Limited to 20 participants.

Good Housekeeping in labs and other work areas is an important aspect of developing and maintaining a safe work environment. In this course, we will use a panel discussion to help identify housekeeping practices that require correction, develop strategies to address issues and suggest methods to communicate solutions.

Refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Gerry Fallon, fallon@rocko.mit.edu


MIT  
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Home | Overview | Participate | Organize | Offerings | Calendar | Search
Comments and questions to: iap-www@mit.edu Academic Resource Center, Room 7-104, 617-253-1668
Last update: 7 Sept. 2011