Zhou Group Committees		Below is a list of tasks for each committee and action items related to each task. Progress on these action items is expected. If you think of items that are missing or have completed an item, please let me know. Thanks, Christy
Chemical: Zhijun, Lei, Shabana, and Xiomara
	keep MSDS binder up-to-date................................................		Zhijun
	---remove MSDS sheets for chemicals that are not in use
	---file MSDS sheets for chemicals that are in use according to chemical database
	chemical waste .....................................................................		Lei & Shabana
	---surplus full waste containers on a weekly basis
	---establish containment rules for mixed waste (ie. working time before disposal, what can be mixed, segregation of incompatible containers...)
	organize chemical storage areas ..........................................		Lei & Xiomara
	---evaluate current chemical storage system and space constraints
	---develop a plan to segregate all incompatible chemicals and properly store flammables and water-reactives
	monitor/order chemical supplies (ex, gloves and glassware)....		Zhijun & Xiomara
	---post an 'order form' in 163 where group members can request supplies when they get low
	---monitor the list and place an order on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, depending on the urgency
	update chemical database as needed ..................................		Shabana
	---post a hard copy of the current chemical inventory in 163 for group members to edit
	---update the chemical database with corrections on a monthly basis
Radiation: Jerry, Ramya, Ray, Tuyen , & Sherry
	X-ray log books......................................................................		Jerry
	---make sure every system has a log book with appropriate parameter columns
	---monitor and enforce usage of log books
	dosimeters: radiation badges & rings.....................................		Ramya
	---monitor and enforce dosimeter usage for everyone working in 145
	---put new dosimeters in 142 at the beginning of each month
	---collect and mail used dosimeters at the beginning of each month
	document all equipment and procedures in X-ray systems ...		Ramya, Ray, Zejian, Tuyen, & Sherry
	---draw detailed schematics for each system
	---create a flow chart of LabView vi's used to control each system
	---document the reconstruction process for each system
	---develop standard operating procedures for each system
	establish procedures for anesthetia system ..........................		Zejian & Guang
	---acquire a locking cabinet for storage of anesthesia gas and syringes
	---write a procedure for anesthetization of a mouse model
	---get a metal 'sharps' can for waste syringes
Website: Jerry, Peng, David, Guang, & Zejian
	develop research area pages ...............................................		Jerry & Zejian
	---design and develop content for each research area
	---solicit information from group members to keep the pages up-to-date without revealing any secret processes
	update Facilities page as needed .........................................		Peng & Guang
	---add to this page as new systems are developed or their use evolves
	add to secret recipes .............................................................		David, Jerry, Peng, and Zejian
	---write procedures for processes you have mastered
	---harass your fellow group members for written instructions of their process (ie. EPD, annealing...)
	---format the instructions and add these to the members-only website
	picture of the week/month ....................................................		Peng
	---collect pictures (research or personal) for the picture of the week/month
	---format the image to the proper size ~W360 H190 and mail to Christy (or insert yourself)
	write procedures for using lab equipment.............................		David & Zejian
	---develop a list of group equipment/systems that require training or specialized know-how
	---write a 1-2 page set of instructions for general use of each piece of equipment or system
	---create a ppt with photos of the important steps to help train new people
Equipment: Peng, Lei, David, Christy, and Ray
	inventory all lab equipment...................................................		Peng & Ray
	---conduct an inventory of all equipment belonging to the group with all pertinent details, including location and condition
	---post the inventory lists to the private area of the website
	---update the inventory as new equipment arrives or old equipment is surplused
	general maintenance/repair of equipment............................		Peng, Ray, Lei, & Christy
	---determine a schedule for required maintenance and calibration of lab equipment
	---evaluate "broken" equipment to determine the problem, and fix or have it fixed, if possible
	---consult with group on purchase of replacement equipment and disposal of beyond-repair items
	glove box ...........................................................................		Lei
	---post an inventory of glove box contents in 163
	---periodically perform the maintenance procedure on the glove box
	---monitor the pressure within and amount of gases in the attached cylinders
	PVD75....................................................................................		David & Christy
	---train new users
	---publish basic operating procedure
	---publish comprehensive operating procedure
	---perform routine maintenance (water filter, oil change)
	---install coarse thickness monitor
	field emission stations ..........................................................		Lei, Ray & Peng
	---develop and publish standard operating procedure
	---perform routine maintenance (water filter, oil change)
	instruct new people in the use of equipment .......................		Ray & David
	---train new group members on equipment if possible, if not, arrange training with authorized users
	---work with new members until you are certain they can safely operate the equipment
Organization: David, Lei, Xiomara, and Zhijun
	develop a plan to organize (rearrange?) all labs ..................		David & Christy
	---using ideas for new lab space and current lab configuration, develop a long-term space plan (including floor plans)
	determine how to best use new lab space ............................		Lei & Christy
	---talk with each group member about their equipment and needs; determine ideal working conditions
	---discuss potential large equipment purchases with Dr. Zhou
	---develop a few possible scenarios for use of new space with floor plans (and utility requirements, if possible)
	lab clean-up...........................................................................		Xiomara
	---develop a chore list for each lab
	---organize one day per month that everyone will work on their chores
	go through storage areas, sort and label parts......................		Zhijun
	---sort small parts into bins and label
	---organize storage cabinets
Safety: Ramya, Guang, David, Lei , and Christy
	lab floor plans........................................................................		Ramya
	---keep current copies of the lab floor plans stored in the group's private space
	---update the lab floor plans when items are rearranged or moved out
	---have floor plans ready for inclusion in annual lab safety plan update
	monitor labs for unsafe situations ; report to committee........		Guang, Lei, & David
	---monthly walk-through of all lab areas to look for unsafe equipment configurations or procedures
	---develop a plan to address problems and improve overall safety
	train new people in proper lab safety....................................		David & Christy
	---instruct brand new people to take appropriate EHS training and review LSP in order to get keys
	---hands-on demonstration of proper lab techniques
	establish safety protocols for hazardous processes................		Lei & Christy
	---identify hazardous processes and develop standard written procedures for each
	---consult with group members on the types of hazards present in their experiments
	---add to lab safety plan and post to website
	update lab safety plan ..........................................................		Christy
	---file personnel update and lab worker forms as needed
	---update LSP when the hazards change within the lab
	annual LSP review ...............................................................		Christy
	---revise ppt on lab safety and review LSP at group meeting