Area Dosimetry Coordinator Information
… & Procedures Dosimeters monitor external radiation exposure and provide a lifetime record of exposure. For records to be accurate, dosimeters must be worn … UW is required by WAC 246-221-090 to “monitor occupational exposure to radiation … and shall supply and require the use …
Physics Astronomy Building Wireless Cellular Antennas
… accessible areas were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy except for upper roof … level floor as indicated in figure 2 below. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Upper roof level – Delta (1) 116 % of the FCC general public exposure limit. 2 Upper roof level- Beta (2) Less than 39.5% …
Mary Gates Hall Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… • All measurements were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy. AERIAL VIEW OF THE … antennas may exceed the occupational limits. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Penthouse roof level – … (same level as antennas’ height) 192% of FCC Occupational Exposure limit 3 Penthouse roof level – below the antenna …
HMC: Patricia Steele Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… • All measurements were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy. AERIAL VIEW OF THE … in front of these antennas or barriers. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Main roof- directly in … beta and gamma sectors Less than 95% of FCC general public exposure limit. 3 Main roof level (behind the stanchion …
Biological Reproductive Hazards Focus Sheet
… | ehsdept@uw.edu BIOLOGICAL REPRODUCTIVE HAZARDS Exposure to certain biological agents during pregnancy can … health specialists can advise on safe practices to prevent exposure. Personal medical information shared with the … REPRODUCTIVE HAZARDS (continued) Listeria monocytogenes Exposure during the first trimester can result in abortion, …
Legionella Focus Sheet
… increase the risk of developing Legionnaire’s disease: Exposure to Legionella, primarily through breathing in … may be at risk for high levels of Legionella growth or exposure to aerosols containing Legionella, contact EH&S at … report any suspected illness associated with a Legionella exposure using the UW Online Accident Reporting System …
Personal Dosimetry Information
… Dosimetry Radiation dosimeters monitor external radiation exposure and provide a permanent record of your occupational … the University of Washington to monitor occupational exposure to radiation for any individual that is likely to … they should be worn on the correct hand for accurate exposure readings. To the right of the QR code are two alpha …
Dosimetry Definitions
… Definitions Dosimeters monitor external radiation exposure and provide a record of your occupational dose. … DDE – Deep Dose Equivalent applies to external whole-body exposure at a disuse depth of 1 cm (1,000 mg/cm2) 2) LDE – Lens Dose Equivalent applies to the external exposure of the lens of the eye at a tissue depth of 0.3 cm …
McMahon Hall Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… field beyond this point may exceed the general public exposure limits. • Orange barriers are also located on the … directly in front of these screen enclosures. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Ground level Less than 0.15% of FCC general public exposure limit. 1 Roof level, penthouse Less than …
4545 Building Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… • All measurements were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy. AERIAL VIEW OF THE … or stanchions are required at this site. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Penthouse roof level – … (same level as antennas’ height) 192% of FCC Occupational Exposure limit 3 Main Roof Level - 70’ (13 feet below bottom …
Lander Hall Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… • All measurements were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy. AERIAL VIEW OF THE … in front of these antennas or barriers. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Accessible location on the roof level Less than 110% of FCC Occupational Exposure limit. 3 Ground level Less than 5.7 % of FCC General …
Health Sciences BB Tower Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
… • All measurements were below the limit for general public exposure to radiofrequency energy. AERIAL VIEW OF THE … Safety for an additional safety discussion. Location RF Exposure Measurements Hazard category Ground level Less than 0.02% of FCC general public exposure limit. 1 Main roof Less than 7.93% of FCC …
Asbestos: An Overview
… and fixtures in University buildings Prevent Asbestos Exposure and Protect Floor Tiles (PDF) Describes practices to reduce potential exposure to asbestos by avoiding damaging building materials … .ehs.washington.edu/system/files/resources/prevent-asbestos-exposure-floor-tiles.pdf …
3D Printers Focus Sheet
… safety measures when working with 3D printers to prevent exposure to potential health or safety hazards depending on … Inhalation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Exposure to ultraviolet radiation and lasers Flammable … lights are required to be properly shielded to prevent eye exposure. These devices should be reviewed by Radiation …
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) Management
… Leaking PCB ballasts are considered an occupational exposure hazard by skin contact. • If you discover a leaking … or caulk that is failing or degraded could present an exposure risk and must be tested for PCBs. (Refer to the … tion/files/2016-03/documents/practical_actions_for_reducing_exposure_to_pcbs_in_schools_and_other_buildings.pdf …
Standard Operating Procedures versus Safety Data Sheets
… measures Section 7: Handling and storage Section 8: Exposure controls/personal protection Section 9: Physical … of the lab personnel (specific to the lab) to prevent an exposure or accident. Option 1: Use an SOP template. To … will be performed Known hazards and potential routes of exposure Specific personal protective equipment (PPE) …
Face Coverings, Masks and Respirators
… take off with clean hands or clean gloves. Discard after exposure to bodily fluids, or if it becomes wet, deformed or … assessment indicates it is required. Use when there may be exposure to splash/splatter from bodily fluids. Wear when a …
Working Safely with Dry Ice
… at UW due to improper packaging of dry ice. Occupational Exposure Limits: Eight-hour, time- weighted average is 5,000 parts per million (ppm); 15- minute, short-term exposure limit is 30,000 ppm. HANDLING DRY ICE Dry ice can …
Laser Pointer Safety
… unless intentionally misused. The most likely effects from exposure to viewing the beam from a laser pointer are … maximum power output of between 1 and 5 mW. The length of exposure to visible lasers is usually limited by the eye's …
Nitric Acid Safety Focus Sheet
… a common alternative for metal cleaning. HEALTH HAZARDS OF EXPOSURE Nitric acid may be harmful if inhaled, ingested, or … fall in blood pressure, coma, and possibly death. Chronic exposure may cause erosion of the teeth, jaw necrosis, and …