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Wildfire Smoke Response Plan Template

Wildfire Smoke Response Plan Template
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… Wildfire Smoke Response Plan Template   The purpose of the Wildfire Smoke … trained personnel work outdoors. · Consider implementing exposure controls. · Consider providing voluntary use … 35.5 - 250.4 101 - 350 All of the above and: · Implement exposure controls. · Make N95 respirators available for …

Disaster Response (PEAT)

… Disaster Response (PEAT) The Pre-Entry Assessment Team (PEAT) is the … rescue teams. The team is equipped with Level B chemical response equipment including self-contained breathing … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, or fire, regardless of the …

Wildfire smoke protections for outdoor workers

… of Labor & Industries (L&I) updated the  wildfire smoke exposure rules to establish minimum  requirements to prevent … are required to plan, prepare, and train for wildfire smoke exposure:  Develop and implement a  Wildfire Smoke Response Plan . Ensure a copy is made available to …

Work safely outdoors with heat and wildfire smoke training

… their teams before work begins. Visit the  Outdoor Heat Exposure page for more information.  Wildfire Smoke Safety … covers the health risks and symptoms of wildfire smoke exposure, how to monitor air quality, and ways to reduce … safety Supervisors must also complete a Wildfire Smoke Response Plan and share it with their teams before work …

Hazardous Material Spills

… to respond in the event a spill occurs. Emergency spill response If you witness a hazardous material spill that … for biological, chemical and radiological releases. open EXPOSURE RESPONSE Follow the instructions on the Exposure Response Poster if an exposure has occurred. OPEN …

Caution and Warning Signs

… associated with these devices. These magnets present exposure and physical hazards on ferromagnetic objects such … It may be necessary to install warning lights and to limit exposure time, if necessary by EH&S Radiation Safety.    … by EH&S Radiation Safety Office . Spill and Exposure Response Posters Image Image Post the Spill Response Poster …

Laboratory Safety Manual

Laboratory Safety Manual
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… 8 Record Keeping Section 9 Emergency Preparedness and Response Section 10 Labs: Move In/Move Out   Appendix A WAC … 31 2. Prevent Chemical Exposure … 116 1. Exposure Limits … 116 3. Possible Over-Exposure … 137 SECTION 9 – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE … 144 B. RESPONSE TO SPECIFIC INCIDENTS / ACCIDENTS …

Emergency Procedures

… not clean it up. Follow the instructions on the  Spill Response Poster  for biological, chemical and radiological … releases (on page 2). Follow the instructions on the  Exposure Response Poster  if an exposure to hazardous materials has occurred (on page 3). …

Prepare for EPA's new rule for trichloroethylene

… the environment from the risks of trichloroethylene (TCE) exposure. While certain portions of the rule are currently … defined as laboratories involved in TCE cleanup and exposure monitoring activities, will be allowed to continue … under a 3-year exemption. There will be strict interim exposure control and exposure monitoring requirements for …

Do not block campus fire lanes

… UW Emergency Responders Map shows fire lanes, designated response points, hydrants, and fire department connections. … and other temporary closures which may affect emergency response. Campus fire lanes are not always marked; some fire … UW Emergency Responders Map shows fire lanes, designated response points, hydrants, and fire department connections. …

Facilities Projects Support

… Support EH&S Staff Roles reference. View list Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, or fire, regardless of the …

Electrical Safety

… are not exposed, but an increased likelihood of injury from exposure to an arc flash exists. Before starting each job that involves exposure to electrical hazards, the Qualified Person on site … Make sure that all junction boxes are covered. Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit …

Fire Prevention Week October 5-11

… cords are another common cause of fires.    EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND REPORTING In case of a fire, follow the EH&S … cords are another common cause of fires.    EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND REPORTING In case of a fire, follow the EH&S …

Fire Code Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Compliance

… electrical systems Safety and warning signage Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, or fire, regardless of the …

Automated External Defibrillators

… service it prior to placing it back in service.  Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, or fire, regardless of the …

Hot Work

… conditions outlined in the permit are followed. Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, or fire, regardless of the …

Laser Safety

… Manual Training Laser Worker Safety Training   Emergency response and reporting UW personnel are required to submit … any work-related event that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, property damage, or fire, …

Should you pull the fire alarm after a chemical spill?

… Chemical Spills in Laboratories page and the updated Spill Response poster for more information about preparing for and … Chemical Spills in Laboratories page and the updated Spill Response poster for more information about preparing for and …

Prepare for new rules for methylene chloride

… and find replacements. January-May 2025: EH&S conducts exposure monitoring for locations where methylene chloride … chloride under the new rule are required to implement an exposure control plan. (EH&S will provide a template.) After … will apply: By May 5, 2025 : EH&S will complete workplace exposure monitoring where required. Before October 30, 2025 …

Plan for emergency evacuations in a hybrid work environment

… coverage during business hours, which can lead to slower response times during an emergency. Evacuation wardens are … coverage during business hours, which can lead to slower response times during an emergency. Evacuation wardens are …

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