Mpox Infection Prevention and Isolation Guidelines for University Residence Halls and Shared Living Spaces
The Mpox Infection Prevention and Isolation Guidelines for University Residence Halls and Shared Living Spaces outlines the University requirements and guidelines for mpox infection…
COVID-19 Signage Updates
University units refer to the COVID-19 Signage Updates for guidance on the required and optional signage to be posted at building entrances and in common areas of University…
COVID-19 Guidelines Summary
The COVID-19 Guidelines Summary summarizes the current COVID-19 guidelines for the University of Washington.
Laboratory Animal Allergy Focus Sheet
Laboratory animal allergens can pose a serious health concern for those who work with or near animals.
Hearing Loss Prevention Self-Audit Form
The purpose of the Hearing Loss Prevention Self-Audit Form (Word) is for University units to audit their compliance with the Hearing Loss Prevention Program.
This form applies if the unit…
Occupational Hearing Loss Focus Sheet
The Occupational Hearing Loss Focus Sheet contains Information about hearing loss and how it may affect University personnel who may be exposed to noise.
Facilities Safety Equipment Checklist Explanations
Below are questions asked during safety equipment inspections and explanations for each question.
Fume Hood Condition Explanations
The following are questions and answers in response to receiving a notice on a fume hood.
Frequently asked questions
Why did I receive a Fume Hood Condition Notice?
During routine testing of your…
Laboratory Survey Checklist Explanations
Below are questions asked during lab safety inspections and explanations for each question.
Please refer to the Laboratory Safety page for more information.
Administrative Plans & Materials…
Hazardous Material Disposal and Recycling
What type of material or equipment do you want to get rid of?
University personnel have the following options for getting rid of hazardous materials and potentially contaminated supplies and…
Updated Wildfire Smoke Safety course
EH&S launched an updated online Wildfire Smoke Safety course to address new regulatory requirements. UW personnel can access it in the EH&S Course Catalog.
This course is required for…
EH&S Training Recharge Policy
EH&S recharges training vendor fees, space reservation fees, and materials costs for classes requested by units or departments. The unit must provide budget information two weeks prior to the…
Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Self-Audit Checklist
Complete the applicable sections of the Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Self-Audit Checklist when performing an annual self-audit of your Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety program.
Report workplace safety concerns
The University is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe environment for working, learning, research, teaching and service. There are many ways for University personnel to report and discuss…
Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety Guidelines
The Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety Guidelines provide information on their safe use and apply to all University personnel and students who handle or use compressed or liquefied…
New UW Electrical Safety Manual
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published the new UW Electrical Safety Manual that establishes the requirements and best practices for University personnel conducting work on…
New unmanned aircraft systems safety resource
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published a new focus sheet that provides information to support the safe and compliant use of small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), also referred to as…
Loading Dock Safety Focus Sheet
The Loading Dock Safety Focus Sheet helps raise awareness of safety hazards near loading docks and provides guidance for safely operating around these areas.
EH&S move to Gateway building
Most Environmental Health & Safety teams relocated to the new Gateway building above the Sound Transit Link light rail station on Brooklyn Avenue NE between NE 45th and 43rd …
EH&S Annual Report FY24
The EH&S Annual Report FY24 summarizes the work of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) during fiscal year 2024.