New box cutter safety guidance
A new focus sheet that describes how to use box cutters safely is now available for University units and departments to download, print and share with personnel who use box cutters.University…
Guidelines for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The Guidelines for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is designed to help University departments, organizations, units, and supervisors to assess their workplace, select the right…
New Nanomaterials, Chloroform and Metallic Lead SOP Templates
Visit the EH&S’s Chemical SOPs page to find new standard operating procedures (SOP) templates for nanomaterials, chloroform, and metallic lead.
Do you work with nanomaterials? Nanoparticles can…
Updated Respiratory Protection Program Manual now available
An updated April 2023 version of the UW Respiratory Protection Program Manual is now available online. The program manual contains the applicable elements listed in the Washington Administrative…
Salmonella outbreak likely linked to raw cookie dough
The Washington State Department of Health is working with local and federal public health partners to investigate cases of Salmonella likely linked to consuming raw chocolate chip cookie dough…
New self-service access to online safety training
Alumni, affiliates, visitors, and students with valid UW NetIDs are (at various times) not able to log into EH&S online training courses and will see an error message when attempting to do…
Installing Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures in UW Buildings
University departments and units must follow the guidance in the Installing Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures in UW Buildings Focus Sheet to avoid potential exposures to regulated…
Food Establishment Plan Review Application
All plans for new and remodeled food service establishments must be submitted to EH&S for review and approval. Complete a Food Establishment Plan Review Application for a…
Mobile Food Unit Policy and Guidelines
The Mobile Food Unit Policy and Guidelines apply to mobile food units (a readily movable food establishment, such as a food truck) serving food at UW locations.
Food Establishment Plan Review
Washington State food code sets standards for management and personnel, food operations, equipment and facilities. EH&S conducts food establishment plan reviews to ensure that the establishment…
First Aid Plan Guidelines
All University personnel must have access to quick and effective first aid in the event of an emergency. The First Aid Plan Guidelines contain instructions for creating a First Aid Plan…
Job Hazard Analysis Template
The Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Template helps you identify the hazards of a specific task. After the hazards are listed, one can identify controls to mitigate risk.Follow the…
Asbestos: An Overview
The Asbestos: An Overview focus sheet provides information on asbestos and resources for managing asbestos at the University.
Asbestos in UW Buildings
Many buildings at the University were constructed with asbestos-containing materials. The information in the Asbestos in UW Buildings focus sheet can help you avoid exposure to asbestos.…
Prevent Asbestos Exposure and Protect Floor Tiles
University units and departments should follow the guidelines in the Prevent Asbestos Exposure and Protect Floor Tiles focus sheet to prevent exposure to asbestos-containing material…
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.
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…