Mpox
Mpox is a rare viral illness that has not often been seen in the United States, although sporadic outbreaks have occurred. It can cause a rash that looks like bumps, blisters, or ulcers. Some…
Communicable Diseases
UW Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), in coordination with local and state public health agencies, works to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the UW community, and responds to…
Welcome to Environmental Health & Safety
The University of Washington is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for faculty, staff, students, visitors, and volunteers in all sites owned, operated, or controlled by the…
Boating Safety
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The University of Washington has a unique blend of water-based research, academic and recreation activities. A wide range of boats…
Submit your innovations for the 2025 Laboratory Safety Awards and Innovations Event
Has your lab created a tool, resource, or practice to enhance safety in your workspace?Environmental Health & Safety invites researchers and departments to submit their lab safety innovations for…
Access Online Courses
Follow these steps to access EH&S online safety and compliance courses.1. Verify Your UW NetID (UW email without "@uw.edu")Faculty, staff, and current students: Your UW NetID is already set up…
Training
EH&S is dedicated to the well-being of the University of Washington community by providing health and safety training that meets regulatory standards. Our courses promote a culture of safety,…
Chemical Treatment and Recycling
Pollution prevention is intended to reduce, eliminate or prevent pollution at its source. Efforts towards pollution prevention at the UW include treatment by generator, universal waste management,…
American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers
The information below was sourced from the ANSI Standard Z136.1-2022 for Safe Use of Lasers. University of Washington personnel may access to this information under a license held by UW's Laser…
Institutional Safety Committees
Environmental Health & Safety facilitates institutional safety committees with responsibilities for research safety and compliance, occupational health and safety, and environmental…
Montlake Landfill Methane Action Plan
This document is designed to guide University actions taken on University properties and buildings within the boundaries of the former Montlake Landfill, or within 1000 feet of the closed landfill…
Powered Industrial Trucks Safety Manual
This document represents the requirements of the University of Washington (UW) Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) Program. The purpose of this manual is to establish requirements, including roles and…