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Approved Risk Language for Consent Forms

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Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations

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Refer to this Guide to Category A and Category B Assignment when shipping dangerous goods.

IATA packing instructions 6502

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These materials are used in the training course Shipping Biological Substances Category B Online.

Implementation of a Tobacco free Campus Report

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This report provides a brief synopsis of the exhaustive evidence of the adverse health effects of tobacco use, and a summary of the multitude of approaches and experiences that other…

Serum Banking Policy

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This document outlines the serum banking policy at UW for research and support staff.

L&I Variance for Health and Safety Committees

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The Department of Labor and Industries, Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) granted a variance to the University of Washington regarding employee-elected safety and health committee…

Unreturned Dosimeter Policy

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It is expected that 90% of dosimeters issued to a series will be accounted for within 30 days of the end of the wear period specified on each dosimeter. If a series fails to meet this…

Lithium Battery Safety

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This paper provides information on the safe procurement, handling, storage and disposal of lithium-ion batteries to help prevent fire, injury and loss of intellectual and other property…

Liquid Nitrogen and Alarms in University Research Space

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This report is intended to provide guidance on identifying and evaluating potential risks related to storage of liquid nitrogen in laboratory space, and how to best mitigate those risks at the…

UW Policy Regarding Health Screenings for Personnel in Animal Use and Care Environments

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EH&S Strategy Map

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The UW Environmental Health & Safety programs and services follow our strategy map.

EH&S Annual Report FY19

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Vaccinia Virus Research Safety Policy

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The Vaccinia Virus Research Safety Policy outlines the safety and occupational health requirements for work with vaccinia virus.

UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol

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The UW Communicable Cleaning Protocol was developed by the University’s Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) in coordination with campus custodial and…

Safety Data Sheet Review-ECOLAB Peroxid Multi Surface Cleaner Disinfectant

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Safety data sheet review of ECOLAB Peroxide Multi Surface Cleaner -Disinfectant by EH&S for UW Facilities.

UW Face Covering Policy

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The University's Face Covering Policy describes the face coverings requirements at the UW in accordance with federal and state workplace safety requirements, and applicable local…

UW Bothell Annual Stormwater Report

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Washington State Department of Ecology Water Quality Program Stormwater Report for UW Bothell Read more about stormwater management on the Stormwater page.

UW Seattle Water Quality Program Annual Report 2021

Washington State Department of Ecology MS4 Annual Repot for University of Washington Seattle stormwater permit number WAR044700.

Electrical Circuit Breaker Reset Procedure

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The Electrical Circuit Breaker Reset Procedure is for University personnel who are trained to reset an electrical circuit breaker and are unqualified electrical workers. Visit…

EH&S Annual Report FY22

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The EH&S Annual Report FY22 summarizes the work and accomplishments of the Environmental Health & Safety Department during fiscal year 2022.