EH&S Annual Report FY21
The EH&S Annual Report FY21 summarizes the work and accomplishments of the Environmental Health & Safety Department during fiscal year 2021.
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.
JIF peanut butter recalled for salmonella contamination
The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), along with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections…
Lockout/Tagout Equipment-Specific Procedure Periodic Review
The Lockout/Tagout Equipment-Specific Procedure Periodic Review (Word) includes directions and content for the review of an equipment-specific lockout/tagout procedure.
Refer to the UW…
Department LOTO Program Annual Audit Checklist
Departments/units/organizations can use the Department LOTO Program Annual Audit Checklist to review their hazardous energy control (LOTO) program annually.
Refer to the…
COVID-19 PCR Versus Rapid Antigen Test
PCR Versus Rapid Antigen Test explains the differences between two types of COVID-19 tests, and describes when to use (and not use) each type of test.
Prevent Workplace Falls
Workplace falls are both common and preventable. Falls from heights is the second-leading cause of unintentional workplace death in the U.S. However, a worker doesn’t need to fall from a high level…
What to do if an L&I Inspector contacts you
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) serves as the University representative and liaison to Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) for all campus locations,…
Office Ergonomics Instructional Videos
The University of Washington provides personnel with instructional videos to make ergonomic adjustments to office equipment to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
Additional information on…
Mpox
Updated December 5, 2022
This content is published on behalf of the University’s Advisory Committee on Communicable Diseases (ACCD). ACCD and EH&S are monitoring the mpox outbreak and will…
Mpox Infection Prevention and Isolation Guidelines for University Residence Halls and Shared Living Spaces
The Mpox Infection Prevention and Isolation Guidelines for University Residence Halls and Shared Living Spaces outlines the University requirements and guidelines for mpox infection…
COVID-19 Signage Updates
University units refer to the COVID-19 Signage Updates for guidance on the required and optional signage to be posted at building entrances and in common areas of University…
COVID-19 Guidelines Summary
The COVID-19 Guidelines Summary summarizes the current COVID-19 guidelines for the University of Washington.
Request New Chemical Waste Routine
To set up a routine pickup, complete a Request New Chemical Waste Routine form.
Your chemical waste will be assigned a routine number that will be linked to the waste…
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 and…
Stormwater
The University has established programs and procedures in place designed to protect the environment.
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) has primary responsibility for providing…
Laboratory Animal Allergy Focus Sheet
Laboratory animal allergens can pose a serious health concern for those who work with or near animals.