Laboratory PPE Hazard Assessment Guide
The Laboratory PPE Hazard Assessment Guide identifies hazards to which laboratory workers may be exposed and specifies PPE to protect against these hazards during work operations.…
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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The purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) is to protect researchers, employees, students, and visitors from potential hazards in the work…
Pressure Vessels
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Pressure vessels, autoclaves and steam sterilizers operating at pressures greater than 15 pounds per square inch gauge (psig) and larger than…
Blank Chemical Template SOP
University units and researchers using hazardous chemicals can use the Blank Chemical SOP Template to modify to your specific location and procedures.
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Bandsaw SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a bandsaw supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Bandsaw Standard Operating Procedures.
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Grinding/Buffing SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments that perform grinding or buffing supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Grinding/Buffing Standard Operating Procedures.
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Laser Cutter SOP Template
University departments, shops, and maker spaces use the updated Laser Cutter SOP Template (Word) to describe the standard operating procedures for safely using a laser cutter.
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Lathe SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a lathe supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Lathe Standard Operating Procedures.
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Tablesaw SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a tablesaw supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Tablesaw Standard Operating Procedures.
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EH&S Safety Training Matrix for Shop Personnel
Use the EH&S Safety Training Matrix for Shop Personnel to determine the required and required and recommended safety training courses for UW faculty, staff and students who may be…
Ironwork SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments performing ironwork supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Ironwork Standard Operating Procedures.
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3D Printers Focus Sheet
Users of 3D printers at the University should understand the potential risks and adhere to the safety practices outlined in the 3D Printers Focus Sheet.
Notice of Laboratory Moveout
If you are partially or completely vacating your laboratory for remodeling, relocation or closure, you must leave it clean and safe. Follow all applicable instructions on the Notice of Laboratory…
Report
Call 9-1-1 in an emergency.
Personnel, students, and visitors to University locations can report a variety of issues to Environmental Health and Safety.
University personnel are required…
Work-Related Incident Reports
Recordable incidents are tracked in the University's Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses in accordance with Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)…