Hammer Bldg. Steam System Disruption, May 19

Steam systems will be temporarily unavailable throughout the building from 10 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. today, May 19.

· While we conduct the repairs, there will be no hot water, 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.

We will continue to provide additional information, including estimated completion times, once that information becomes available. For questions or concerns, please contact Fred Arce, assistant director of Engineering, at aa164@cumc.columbia.edu.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation as we work to improve our facilities.