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Respiratory Illness and Exposure Guidance

If you are experiencing respiratory virus symptoms or were exposed to someone with a respiratory illness, follow the steps in the UW Public Health Flowchart for Respiratory Illness.

Historical COVID-19 Dashboard

COVID-19 case counts were based on cases reported to UW Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), including results from the Husky Coronavirus Testing program. Therefore, the information on…

Emergency Procedures Flip Chart

Emergency Procedures Flip Chart
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Areas with hazardous materials can post the Emergency Procedures Flip Chart to be prepared in case of an emergency. 

Animal Use Medical Screening (AUMS)

 University of Washington personnel who work in an animal care and use environment are required to complete an initial medical screening prior to starting work to address potential health risks…

Respiratory Illness Signage Updates

Respiratory Illness Signage Updates
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 University units refer to the Respiratory Illness Signage Updates for guidance on the required and optional signage to be posted at building entrances and in common areas of…

UW Face Covering Policy

UW Face Covering Policy
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 The University's Face Covering Policy describes the face coverings requirements at the UW in accordance with federal and state workplace safety requirements, and applicable local…

Respiratory Illness Flowchart

Respiratory Illness Flowchart
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 The Respiratory Illness Flowchart provides instructions for University personnel and students who have respiratory illness symptoms, or were exposed to someone with a respiratory…

UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol

UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol
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 The UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol was developed by the University’s Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) in coordination with campus custodial and…

EH&S Organization Chart

EH&S Organization Chart
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 View the EH&S Organization Chart showing all functional units (sections) within the EH&S department and all staff within each section. 

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. 

Laboratory-Specific Safety Training Record

Laboratory-Specific Safety Training Record
1.56MB (.docx)
 UW research and training laboratories can download and use the Laboratory-Specific Safety Training Record to record trainings related to the Chemical Hygiene Plan, chemical safety,…

Animal Worker Occupational Health and Safety

Animal research involves a diverse range of hazards, some that pertain to animals, and others are a result of the work being performed. University personnel working in animal care and use…

Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan Template

Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan Template
1.43MB (.docx)
 University units can use the Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan (SAPP) Template to organize their worksite-specific health and safety information, and address employee…

Laser Cutter Safety Focus Sheet

Laser Cutter Safety Focus Sheet
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 Laser cutters pose potential hazards from exposure to the laser light, high temperatures that could result in a fire, and air contaminants (fumes, vapors or particulates produced when the laser…

Teaching Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Teaching Lab R.A.T.)

Teaching Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Teaching Lab R.A.T.)
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The Teaching Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Teaching Lab R.A.T) provides a framework for risk assessment of work done in teaching laboratories. This tool provides a format for responsible…

Laboratory Facility Use Agreement Template

Laboratory Facility Use Agreement Template
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This template can help establish clear expectations and responsibilities health and safety in the event UW personnel or students request to use your laboratory for student work or a capstone project.

EH&S Annual Report FY25

EH&S Annual Report FY25
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The work of UW Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) during the previous fiscal year is summarized in the EH&S Annual Report.

Laser Safety

The Laser Safety Program facilitates the safe and knowledgeable use of lasers in University laboratories and classrooms, and ensures the protection of the environment. The Laser Safety Program…

Diving Safety Program

Image The Diving Safety Program provides training and oversight to faculty, staff and students who use self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (…

New drowning prevention guidance

The Environmental Health & Safety Boating Safety Program created two new resources to help UW personnel identify and reduce the risk of drowning while working on, over, or alongside water. These…

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