Environmental Health and Safety

The mission of Environmental Health and is to provide a safe college campus for everyone. Training programs are utilized to help reduce the number of accidents to college employees, students, and visitors. Through training, the employee becomes aware of potential hazards or conditions and the actions that should be taken to prevent an accident.

Location
Suite E-16
on the Main Campus
120 White Bridge Rd.
Nashville, TN 37209
615-353-3274
maintenance@nscc.edu

Hazard Communication Program
Hazard Communication and the Tennessee Right-to-Know Law
Material Safety Data Sheets
Understanding National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Labeling

General Safety Training
Applicable to all employees and begins with the safety orientation for all new employees.
Blood Borne Pathogens
Blood Borne Exposure Control Plan
Ergonomics/Back Safety
Fire Extinguisher Training
Hazardous Chemical Training
Hazard Communication Program
Hazardous Chemical Standard Operating Procedures
Personal Protective Equipment

Job Specific Training
Tailored for employees exposed to potentially hazardous conditions as a result of their particular job.
Confined Spaces
Control of Hazardous Energy Program
Forklift Operating
Hand and Power Tool Safety
Ladder Safety
OSHA Forklift Training
Safety Glasses, Chemical Splash Goggles and Face Shields

Resources
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
OSHA U.S. Safety & Health Administration
TOSHA Tennessee Occupational Safety & Health Administration