The Research and Occupational Safety (ROS) provides key support to our research efforts here at
University of Washington. Using an integrated team approach the ROS reviews research proposals, conducts hazard assessments, and
assists with compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements for all stages of research. The ROS administers the University's
Biosafety Program, Select Agent Program, Research Diving Program, and Research Occupational Health Program. The ROS provides administrative support
to the Institutional Biosafety Committee and serves as regulatory liaison with CDC, NIH, AAUS and others.
In addition, ROS works closely with our clients to provide
key services in the areas of industrial hygiene, safety, food inspections, public health,
accident/incident reporting, hazard assessments and control strategies, exposure monitoring,
respiratory protection, and occupational health surveillance. OHS provides regulatory and
technical expertise, conducts training, and serves as the regulatory liaison with
external agencies such as L&I.
| Accident/Incident Reporting |
Reporting accidents and near misses helps EHS track and analyze data in order to
create a safe and healthy work environment for all employees through the Online
Accident Reporting System (OARS).
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| Biological Safety |
The UW Biosafety Program describes the regulatory roles, responsibilities and guidelines
for activities involving biohazards.
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| Ergonomics |
Reducing or eliminating the risk factors that cause work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) is the major goal of an effective program.
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| Health and Safety Plan |
These guides are intended to lead you through the process of thinking about the health and safety risks and issues unique to your work setting.
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| Heat Exposure |
Information on how to comply with the new Outdoor Heat Exposure regulation.
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| L&I Approved Variances |
Variances from regulatory requirements for the UW that have been approved by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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| Research Diving |
The Diving Safety Program assists faculty, staff and students in safely using SCUBA
as a tool to conduct underwater research.
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| Research Occupational Health |
The Research Occupational Health Program includes the Animal Use Medical Screening Program (AUMS)
for evaluation and on-going assessment for laboratory associated allergies and other health conditions
of laboratory personnel. Recommendations for medical surveillance, immunizations, and general
occupational health precautions to mitigate research-related risks are provided.
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| Research Planning |
Review requirements and procedures to register and obtain approval for proposed research projects.
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| Reproduction & Development Hazards (PDF) |
This guidance provides information about potential reproductive and developmental hazards
at the UW. EH&S is available to help evaluate risks and to advise how to reduce the potential
for these risks. Although focusing on UW employees, this guidance should also help students
and instructors and alert individuals to risks at home such as hobbies.
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| Respiratory Protection |
Information on how respirators can protect from harmful chemicals, particles, and biological contaminants released into the air.
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| Safety Committee |
UW Health and Safety Committee Information.
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