EH&S Annual Report FY21
… research, and managed COVID testing related increases in waste volume from hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers … source, rather than disposing the source as radioactive waste, saving approximately $50,000. Another benefit is the … and Katia Harb, Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association (CSHEMA) Conference and Institute of …
EH&S Annual Report FY22
… system: Upgraded the University’s Chemical Inventory Management System (MyChem) to current technical and design … (Five Whys Root Cause Analysis). Disposed of bulk waste: Utilized the new Department of Ecology rules to facilitate bulk hazardous waste disposal from campus to remove legacy waste and reduce …
Prevent Stormwater Pollution Focus Sheet
… drains. Look for a metal grate with this label: “DUMP NO WASTE – DRAINS TO LAKE.” Stormwater drains connect to … these items by calling 206-616-5835 or request a chemical waste collection. 2. Do not litter: a. Clean up your dog’s … There is no penalty for reporting a spill. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AT THE UW EH&S maintains a Stormwater Management …
EH&S Annual Report FY24
… of 172 tons of legacy polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) waste generated by building demolition and renovation. … with UW IT and their consultant as part of Enterprise-Risk Management. The plan details responses to keep critical … screenings JULY 1, 2023 - JUNE 30, 2024 of hazardous waste in more than EH&S safety training courses 353 …
EH&S Annual Report FY23
… in a mechanical space of a healthcare facility and management of regulated building materials from a major … and life safety, laboratory safety, biosafety, chemical waste collection, and safety training. Enhanced workplace and … screenings JULY 1, 2022 - JUNE 30, 2023 of hazardous waste in safety training courses 371 www.ehs.washington.edu / …
Welcome to Environmental Health & Safety
… recycling and disposing of hazardous chemical waste generated on campus. Our pollution prevention activities involve reduction of chemical waste volume through chemical treatment and recycling , … personal protective equipment, chemical inventory management, standard operating procedures, waste handling, …
Metallic Lead Safety Focus Sheet
… safe handling, use, storage and disposal as hazardous waste. Train employees on lead hazards, SDSs, SOPs and … exhaust ventilation. Upon completion of lead work, all waste and PPE must be disposed of properly, and respirators, … dry-sweep lead dust. Use a wet mop or a HEPA vacuum. WASTE MANAGEMENT Lead waste must be treated as hazardous waste and …
Loading Dock Safety Focus Sheet
… into practice to contain or deter pests, such as keeping waste bins closed when not in use and not overfilling them so … and access opportunity for pests and wildlife. General waste and recycling are not allowed to pile up or be … https://ehs.washington.edu/radiation/radioactive-waste-management …
EH&S move to Gateway building
… moving include Radiation Safety, Diving Safety, Chemical Waste Collection, Stormwater and Wastewater. The Health … moving include Radiation Safety, Diving Safety, Chemical Waste Collection, Stormwater and Wastewater. The Health …
Choose the right vacuum pump
… on best practices for setting up the pump trap, collecting waste generated by the pump, and appropriate locations for … on best practices for setting up the pump trap, collecting waste generated by the pump, and appropriate locations for …
3D Printers Focus Sheet
… accessing the product. Clean up and properly dispose of waste, scraps, and dust. Read the safety data sheet (SDS) and … https://www.ehs.washington.edu/chemical/hazardous-chemical-waste-disposal … (CIRI) and the Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association (CSHEMA) published guidance on the …
Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan Template
… UW Emergency Plan UW has a UW Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan to guide the University in the event of an … Awareness-Online Autoclaves Autoclave Safety Biohazardous Waste ASU Autoclave Training Video Biohazards Biological … Bloodborne pathogens, biohazardous or infectious waste Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Program Sharps Safety …
Hazardous Material Spills
… report it to the UW Facilities Regulated Materials Management Office . Visit the Regulated Building Materials … of contact time, wipe up and dispose of as biohazard waste. If spill contains recombinant nucleic acids, notify … contact your supervisor or call EH&S. Review the Chemical Waste Guide for information on spill preparedness, …
What to do if an L&I Inspector contacts you
… and closing conference, including union representatives, management, and safety/compliance officers. At the opening … and closing conference, including union representatives, management, and safety/compliance officers. At the opening …
Wildfire smoke may cause air quality issues
… and avoid outdoor strenuous activities. UW Emergency Management coordinates the University’s response and … and avoid outdoor strenuous activities. UW Emergency Management coordinates the University’s response and …
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
… labeled "No PCBs" must be managed as dangerous waste. Report leaking PCB ballasts to EH&S . If the … Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) oversees PCB management , coordinates sampling and disposal, … identifying, managing, and disposing of PCB-contaminated waste. Incident reporting UW personnel are required to submit …
Shop Safety Inspection Explanations
… Chapter 50 - IFC Chapter 57 (Sub-question) Is hazardous waste (such as oily rags/contaminated shop towels) properly … a closed metal container to prevent combustion. Hazardous waste containers need to segregated and stored by hazard … 173-303 - IFC Chapter 3 (Sub-question) Are all chemical waste containers, including batteries or recycling, properly …
Facilities Safety Equipment Checklist Explanations
… department should contact UW Facilities or the building management to have equipment secured to the wall or floor. … administered by UW Facilities or your buildings facilities management representative. To get your pressure vessel … For other UW facilities, confer with building management. Reference Code: IFC 906 … Below are questions …
Health and Safety Committees
… Services Campus Utilities & Operations Capital Space & Management Customer Experience Emergency Management Engineering Services Facilities Employee Services … Northwest Harborview Medical Center Health Sciences Risk Management Medical Affairs UW Medical Center UW Medicine …
Many older UW buildings are made of hazardous materials
… to a building occur. Contact the UW Regulated Materials Management Office at 206.685.3357 or uwrmo@uw.edu to report … to a building occur. Contact the UW Regulated Materials Management Office at 206.685.3357 or uwrmo@uw.edu to report …