Information for Facilities and Trades Staff

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This webpage is a gateway to online EH&S information and services as they apply to UW Facilities Services. Here you will find our information about the environmental issues associated with construction and maintenance.


Accidents and Spills


Chemical Safety

The below links help you manage your hazardous chemicals properly, from labeling to storage to use.


Construction Safety

EH&S conducts training on how to work safely in construction projects.


Environmental Issues

Many Facilities Services projects, from power washing to painting to transformer replacement, have potential impacts on the environment. Use the links below to stay in compliance with environmental regulations and the University of Washington Administrative Policy Statements.


Hazardous Waste Disposal

The links below help you properly dispose of hazardous waste, from oil-contaminated materials to used paint and more.


Project Planning

The guidance documents below help you plan and conduct construction projects in compliance with environmental health and safety regulations.


Recycling Hazardous Materials

The below links help you properly manage and recycle "Universal Waste", which includes fluorescent and high pressure sodium lamps, batteries, and more.