Determine Training Needs
Explore our EH&S Course Catalog for detailed descriptions and requirements for each course. Each course page provides direct links to online modules or registration for in-person classes.
Laboratory Animal Allergy Focus Sheet
Laboratory animal allergens can pose a serious health concern for those who work with or near animals.
Automated External Defibrillators
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are electronic devices designed to recognize cardiac arrhythmias and treat them through defibrillation, an electrical shock that allows the heart to…
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.
Asbestos Restricted Areas List
Notify Environmental Health and Safety (206.543.7262) of the need to enter an area on this list prior to starting work.
UW Asbestos Management Plan
The Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) establishes policy and procedures to manage asbestos and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations. The compliance procedures outlined…
Lead in Building Materials Focus Sheet
UW personnel need to be aware of the hazards exposure to lead poses and the ways to either control those hazards.
Asbestos
Asbestos is a fibrous silicate mineral that was used in many building materials due to its fire resistance, heat/cold properties, tensile strength, chemical resistance and other properties before its…
Fire Department Event Permit Flowchart
Review the Fire Department Event Permit Flowchart to determine whether you need a permit from your local fire department.
Visit the Fire Department Permits for Events webpage for more…
Fire Department Permits for Events
When hosting special events on a UW campus, a permit from your local fire department may be required. Additional permits may be required, depending on the circumstances of the event. Refer to the…
Confined Space Program Manual
The Confined Space Program Manual represents the University of Washington (UW) Confined Space Program. The purpose of this program is to ensure personnel safety and prevent personal…
General Welding Safety: Respiratory Hazards
Hot works operations, including welding, pose a number of respiratory health hazards. Refer to the General Welding Safety: Respiratory Hazards focus sheet for a list of hazards and safety…
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According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), U.S. fire departments respond to more than 4,000 structure fires per year involving…
Legionella Focus Sheet
Legionella bacteria can cause a serious type of pneumonia (lung infection) called Legionnaires’ disease.
Mold, Mildew, and Water Damage Focus Sheet
This focus sheet describes what to do if you find mold, mildew or water damage in a University facility.
Research MRI Medical Safety Screening Form
All persons MUST complete and submit the Research Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Medical Safety Screening Form prior to entry into MR suite or as directed.
MRI Medical Screening
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) medical safety screening assures the safety of all UW employees who may be exposed to the magnetic resonance magnet.
The magnetic resonance (MR) system uses a…
Hearing Loss Prevention Program Manual
The Hearing Loss Prevention Program Manual applies to all University organizational units at all work locations including the Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma campuses; UW Medicine medical…