Resource for understanding group lockout/tagout
University personnel who service or maintain equipment, machinery or systems with a hazardous energy source have a resource for understanding group lockout/tagout (LOTO). The Understanding Group LOTO…
Updated Radiation Safety Manual now available
The UW Radiation Safety Committee approved revisions to the Radiation Safety Manual in May 2023 to reflect current Radiation Protection Program practices. The updated manual is now available for…
Laser Alignment Guidelines
The Laser Alignment Guidelines provides guidance for developing specific alignment procedures for a Class 3B or Class 4 laser system.
Laser Pointer Safety
A laser pointer contains a small diode laser that emits an intense beam of light often used for directing attention during a presentation. Follow these safety considerations when using a laser…
Laser Safety Procedure Template
The Laser Safety Procedure addresses alignments, maintenance and normal operations procedures; all hazards; types of PPE; and emergency procedures associated with the particular laser system.…
Ultraviolet (UV) Safety
The Ultraviolet (UV) Safety guidance covers UV devices generally found in research laboratory, hazards, safety precautions and recommended controls, including PPE, and warning signs and…
Environmental Health and Safety Assistant (EHSA)
Environmental Health and Safety Assistant (EHSA) is an online tool to manage your lab’s biological safety inspections and radiation laboratory services, such as waste pickup requests and…
Bloodborne Pathogens Training Resources
A list of resources to supplement Environmental Health & Safety's Bloodborne Pathogens for Non-Researchers course. Provided in English and Spanish.
Machine Safeguarding Guide
The intent of the Machine Safeguarding Guide is to provide UW shop managers, personnel, and students responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of shop machinery/equipment with…
Machine Guarding and Safety Assessment Self-Inspection Checklist
The Machine Guarding and Safety Assessment Self-Inspection Checklist (Word) is intended for the shop safety coordinator (or designee) to complete for each machine/equipment initially…
Fall Protection Self-Audit Checklist
Complete the applicable sections of the Fall Protection Self-Audit Checklist when performing an annual self-audit of your fall protection program.
Refer to the UW Fall Protection Program…
New electrical safety training options
Updated May 15, 2024
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) now offers three electrical safety courses to meet the diverse needs of University personnel. These courses are designed to meet…
2024 Q2 RSC Agenda 05/14/24
Agenda for Radiation Safety Committee on 5/14/24
Heat illness prevention for outdoor workers
As temperatures begin to rise, it's important to take measures to keep outdoor workers healthy and prevent heat-related illness.
University units with personnel who work outdoors are required to…
2025 Q1 RSC Agenda 3/4/25
Radiation Safety Committee Meeting Agenda 3.4.25
Visit the Radiation Safety Committee page for more information.
RSC Agenda 3/24/25 Special Meeting
Agenda for the special meeting of the UW Radiation Safety Committee on 3/24/25
Visit the Radiation Safety Committee page for more information.
Wildfire Smoke Response Plan Template
The purpose of the Wildfire Smoke Response Plan (Word) is to help prevent smoke-related illnesses and injuries. University units and departments with personnel who work outdoors are…
Wildfire smoke protections for outdoor workers
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) updated the wildfire smoke exposure rules to address minimum requirements to prevent smoke particle-related illness and reduce serious…