The greenhouse is a facility built in 2002. In order to serve the University community the Botany-Microbiology Department has specified an operations policy, which is designed to keep the greenhouse organized and its users safe.

*All first time users of the greenhouse facility are required to schedule an orientation session with the greenhouse manager. This session will introduce the user to the facility.

*Carry out all experimental treatments and make all experimental measurements.

*Clean during and at the end of your project. (i.e. compost plant material, clean bench tops, sweep up large amounts of debris)

Soil and plant material are to be placed in compost containers separately from other trash. These containers are located in the greenhouse corridor.

Use clean containers and tools. All pots, flats, tools, etc. are to be washed and chemically sterilized (bleach or equivalent) before use in greenhouse projects. A request for large quantities of supplies must be pre-approved. Any special chemical/ pesticide/ biological use must also be pre-approved. The disposal of these items must be coordinated with the campus chemical hygiene officer.

Used pots and flats etc. are to be placed on the counter beside the sink. These items are not to be re-used until they have been washed and sterilized.

Wash your hands before working with plants. This is especially important when working with propagation materials (seed, seedlings, and planting media) or if you use or handle any tobacco products. Tobacco use is strictly prohibited in all areas of the greenhouse.

Keep new soil clean of contaminants by using only the scoops that are labeled for each bin. Do not put these scoops on the floor. Never re-use spilled soil including that which accumulates on the floor during potting.

*Do not leave hose ends on the floor. This is a primary source for water-borne contaminates.

Space will only be given for the specific time period required by the project. Space will not be allocated for an indefinite period.

*Priority will be given to class experiments, student independent research, and faculty research in the Botany-Microbiology department. All additional requests may be subject to a space and resource fee.

Any delays or possible delays in the completion of a greenhouse project are to be discussed immediately with the greenhouse manager.

Please report any broken or malfunctioning equipment to the greenhouse manager as soon as possible.

Greenhouse tools and equipment are to be signed out and back in for classroom use. Sign out clip board is located on the tool rack in the head house.