Black Bldg. Steam Disruption, September 18

Due to urgent repairs, steam systems will be temporarily unavailable throughout the William Black Building from 4 p.m. until approximately 9 p.m. on Thursday, September 18. 

• While we conduct the repairs, there will be no hot water, heating, sterilization, autoclaves, steam tables, or dishwashers available throughout the building.
• Eyewash devices and overhead emergency shower units will be functional but will be supplied with cold water only. Accordingly, please consider limiting research operations that have significant potential for splash or face and bodily exposure during the shutdown.

For questions or concerns, please contact John Hession, plant superintendent, at jkh2149@cumc.columbia.edu.