The college has compiled a list of standard operating procedures (SOPs) created and shared by ISU personnel. SOPs in the online COE SOP Repository can be used by ISU personnel in the development of their own SOPs. Since each shop and lab is different, personnel will need to edit the SOPs with information specific to their operation. These SOPs are intended to be starting point for personnel to develop SOPs that are tailored to the specific circumstances of the shop or lab. The College of Engineering makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or sufficiency of their content for any specific location or process.
If sharing a SOP to the repository, please remove any identifiable information, such as, date, location, written by and any approvals.
A standard operating procedure (SOP) is a set of written instructions that describes, in detail, how to perform a shop or laboratory process or experiment safely and effectively. Shops and labs must have written SOPs when work involves the use of hazardous materials (chemical, radioactive, and biological) or physical hazards. All personnel must have documented training on applicable SOPs, provided by the PI or other experienced personnel. SOPs must be reviewed at least annually and updated when necessary. For more information see the EH&S SOP Webpage.