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.
Energized Electrical Work Plan and Permit
Use the Energized Electrical Work Plan and Permit template to document work under the following conditions:When energized electrical work will be performed within the restricted approach…
Job Safety Plan and Briefing Checklist
The Job Safety Plan and Briefing Checklist must be completed before starting electrical work. Refer to the UW Electrical Safety Manual for more information.
Custom Electrical Equipment Field Evaluation Form
Electrical equipment must be inspected and documented on the Custom Electrical Equipment Field Evaluation Form. Refer to the UW Electrical Safety Manual for more information.…
Approach Distances to Exposed Energized Parts
The Approach Distances to Exposed Energized Parts describes the limited approach boundary, restricted approach boundary, and arc flash protection boundary.Refer to the UW Electrical Safety…
Electrical Safety Manual Review Documentation
The Electrical Safety Manual Review Documentation is used to document personnel have read the UW Electrical Safety Manual.
PPE Inspection, Maintenance and Care Guidance
Personnel working in areas where there are potential electrical hazards are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects against electrical hazards.Follow the PPE Inspection,…
Safe Handling of Cryogenic Substances
A superconducting magnet uses two types of cryogens (liquid helium and liquid nitrogen). Cryogenic liquids can be handled easily and safely, provided certain precautions are followed as…
Fire Code Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Compliance
Labs, shops and other locations that use chemicals must comply with the hazardous materials provisions of the International Fire Code. This code limits quantities of certain chemicals based upon the…
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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The purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) is to protect researchers, employees, students, and visitors from potential hazards in the work…
Blank Chemical Template SOP
University units and researchers using hazardous chemicals can use the Blank Chemical SOP Template to modify to your specific location and procedures.Visit the Chemical SOPs…
Mercury Spill Cleanup Sheet
Mercury spills must be addressed quickly and completely by following safe cleanup procedures. If you are trained to manage a small mercury spill on a smooth surface, such as a thermometer…
Mercury-Containing Lamps
Broken fluorescent lamps and other broken mercury-containing lamps or bulbs must be cleaned up and disposed of as a hazardous waste.