Application for Authorization to Use Radioactive Materials
Contact Radiation Safety for information on completing this form.
SOP Template for Unsealed RAM
This SOP applies to all authorized radioactive materials users when working with unsealed radioactive material sources.
Hazardous Material Spills
A hazardous material spill is an uncontrolled release of a substance that is potentially hazardous to humans, animals and/or the environment. University personnel and students working with hazardous…
Personnel Monitoring
Federal and state regulations require the UW to monitor the radiation dose to employees who may be exposed to radiation as part of their job duties.
Employees whose job duties result in exposure to…
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:…
Radiation Safety Committee
The Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) is responsible for the safe use of radiation producing devices and radioactive materials at all UW locations, including the UW Medical Center and Harborview…
Radiation Safety Committee Charter
The University of Washington Radiation Safety Committee Charter has been reviewed and is endorsed by the Chief of Staff & Chief Administrative Officer of the Executive Office of the…
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…
Mission and Vision
UW Environmental Health & Safety's mission is to partner with the UW community to provide a healthy and safe campus and protect our environment.
Radiation Dosimetry Requirements and FAQs
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), Radiation Safety issues dosimeters to monitor radiation exposure to individuals working with radioactive materials and radiation producing machines in…