Classroom Evacuations
The Classroom Evacuations focus sheet has been archived.
Please refer to the Faculty Preparedness in the Classroom webpage for information on preparing and responding to emergencies…
Campus Emergency Phones
If you have an emergency on the UW Seattle campus, you can get help using a campus emergency phone or other alert system that will connect you with the UW Police Department (UWPD).…
Building Evacuation Exemption Focus Sheet
The Building Evacuation Exemption Focus Sheet describes the requirements for obtaining a building evacuation exemption for University personnel performing medical procedures.
Earthquake Planning for Chemical Storage Areas Focus Sheet
Areas that store and use chemicals may be more susceptible to damage from earthquakes. The Earthquake Planning for Chemical Storage Areas Focus Sheet contains tips for increasing the…
Post-Earthquake Checklist
The purpose of the Post-Earthquake Checklist has instructions that provide clarity on when to use the checklist (after an earthquake at or above magnitude 3.0), and how to identify…
Map of Evacuation Assembly Points on the Seattle Campus
EVACUATION ASSEMBY POINT LOCATIONS ON THE SEATTLE CAMPUS
Location descriptions
Parking Lot N26-W
Parking Lot N26-E
IMA Sports Field
North of Graves Building
Parking Lot E8
Parking Lot E9 West of…
Emergency Procedures
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) offers resources to help the campus community prepare for and respond to various types of emergencies that may arise.
Local Fire Department Contact Information
The Local Fire Department Contact Information list covers local fire departments, as well as the fire authority responsible for enforcing codes for many UW facilities. In some areas, the…
Laboratory Housekeeping Focus Sheet
Poor housekeeping is a contributing factor associated with accidents and fires in labs. Follow the best practices in the Laboratory Housekeeping Focus Sheet for safety.
Carbon Monoxide Focus Sheet
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a clear, colorless and tasteless gas. It can be toxic or even lethal at high concentrations. Follow these the tips in the Carbon Monoxide Focus Sheet when selecting and…
Asbestos in UW Buildings
Many buildings at the University were constructed with asbestos-containing materials. The information in the Asbestos in UW Buildings focus sheet can help you avoid exposure to asbestos…
Prevent Asbestos Exposure and Protect Floor Tiles
University units and departments should follow the guidelines in the Prevent Asbestos Exposure and Protect Floor Tiles focus sheet to prevent exposure to asbestos-containing material…
Asbestos Restricted Areas List
Notify Environmental Health and Safety (206.543.7262) of the need to enter an area on this list prior to starting work.
UW Asbestos Management Plan
The Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) establishes policy and procedures to manage asbestos and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations. The compliance procedures outlined…
Lead in Building Materials Focus Sheet
UW personnel need to be aware of the hazards exposure to lead poses and the ways to either control those hazards.
Asbestos
Asbestos is a fibrous silicate mineral that was used in many building materials due to its fire resistance, heat/cold properties, tensile strength, chemical resistance and other properties before its…
Fire Department Event Permit Flowchart
Review the Fire Department Event Permit Flowchart to determine whether you need a permit from your local fire department.
Visit the Fire Department Permits for Events webpage for more…