Confined Space Program Self-Audit Checklist
University units complete the applicable sections of the Confined Space Program Self-Audit Checklist (Word) when performing a self-audit of your confined space program.
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Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Self-Audit Checklist
Complete the applicable sections of the Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Self-Audit Checklist when performing an annual self-audit of your Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety program.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Focus Sheet
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Focus Sheet provides information to support the safe and compliant use of small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS, including drones) for University of…
UW Electrical Safety Manual
The UW Electrical Safety Manual establishes requirements to protect personnel and students from potential harm and prevent fires/explosions that could result during the use of electrical systems…
Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety Guidelines
The Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety Guidelines provide information on their safe use and apply to all University personnel and students who handle or use compressed or liquefied…
Battery recycling on the Seattle campus
The University of Washington recycles all types of batteries, which cannot be placed in the trash because they can be corrosive and contain toxic metals. Batteries and electronics are not…
New UW Electrical Safety Manual
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published the new UW Electrical Safety Manual that establishes the requirements and best practices for University personnel conducting work on…
Loading Dock Safety Focus Sheet
The Loading Dock Safety Focus Sheet helps raise awareness of safety hazards near loading docks and provides guidance for safely operating around these areas.
Energized Electrical Work Plan and Permit
Use the Energized Electrical Work Plan and Permit template to document work under the following conditions:When energized electrical work will be performed within the restricted approach…
EH&S Training Recharge Policy
EH&S recharges training vendor fees, space reservation fees, and materials costs for classes requested by units or departments. The unit must provide budget information two weeks prior to the…
Biotoxin Safety
Learn how to work safely with biotoxins and if the biotoxin you use is subject to additional regulatory oversight.
Changes to Hazardous Material Shipping Regulations in 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) published regulation changes for 2025, which may impact University units and departments that ship dangerous goods by air.If you ship dangerous…
Work safely outdoors with heat and wildfire smoke training
As outdoor temperatures rise and wildfire season approaches, it’s important to know how to protect yourself while working outdoors. Environmental Health & Safety offers two required online…
Lessons learned from a chemical fire
In December 2024, a group of undergraduate research students conducted an experiment in a shared research/shop space following a standard operating procedure (SOP) they had recently updated.…
Be ready for a hazardous waste inspection
Do you generate hazardous waste? If so, are you ready for a regulatory inspection?The Washington State Department of Ecology can conduct a hazardous waste compliance inspection at any time.…
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
Safety data sheets (SDSs) are documents that describe the physical and health hazards of chemicals or chemical-containing products; they must be readily available to personnel during all work shifts…
Wildfire Smoke Response Plan Template
The purpose of the Wildfire Smoke Response Plan is to help prevent smoke-related illnesses and injuries. University units and departments with personnel who work outdoors are required to…
Chemical Container Labels
Clear and consistent labeling that follows the Hazard Communication Standard is required in all University of Washington facilities including laboratories, shops, clinics, and other locations…
Shipping Hazardous Materials
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) provides online and classroom training courses for UW personnel who ship hazardous materials (refer to the Training section below).We also ship…
Laboratory Survey Checklist Explanations
Below are questions asked during lab safety inspections and explanations for each question.Please refer to the Laboratory Safety page for more information.Administrative Plans &…