Radiofrequency: Wireless Cellular Antennas
Wireless cellular antennas installed on the rooftops of some University buildings emit electromagnetic energy via radio waves, also known as radiofrequencies.
Updated Radiation Safety Manual now available
The UW Radiation Safety Committee approved revisions to the Radiation Safety Manual in May 2023 to reflect current Radiation Protection Program practices. The updated manual is now available for download.
Highlighted changes include:
Laser Worker Safety Training Resources
Laser Worker Safety Training must be completed by all University personnel who may be exposed to laser radiation from a Class 3B or Class 4 laser in the course of their work, including PIs, students, fellows, lab managers, and research staff.
The Laser Worker Safety Training Resources are described in the training and are available to all University personnel.
2023 Q1 RSC Agenda 02/28/23
Radiation Safety Committee meeting agenda for first quarter of 2023.
Guidance for preparing radiation items for surplus
EH&S Radiation Safety has resources and guidance for University laboratories when preparing radiation items for surplus. The resources include a new Preparing Radiation Items for Surplus Focus Sheet.
Changes to the UW Radiation Protection Program requirements
The University of Washington's Radiation Safety Committee recently approved a few changes to University requirements that affect research-related RUA permit holders, including the following: