Sample COVID-19 Close Contact Notification
The Sample COVID-19 Close Contact Notification (Word) represents a sample of the types of notifications that are sent to UW community members who are close contacts of individuals…
Mold in Cold Rooms Focus Sheet
Mold growth can occur in cold rooms when ambient humidity is high, where there is poor ventilation, insulation failure, or when wood, cardboard, and other porous materials that can grow mold…
Working Alone Safely Focus Sheet
Working alone applies to work or study occurring when no other person is in direct line of sight or within hearing range of the person working. A person may work alone in a lab, office, shop or…
Choose the right vacuum pump
Vacuum pumps are used to remove air and other vapors from a vessel or manifold. Weak points in containers or systems under vacuum can create implosion or explosion hazards, and cause injury by…
EH&S Strategy Map
The UW Environmental Health & Safety programs and services follow our strategy map.
All-campus alert: Three UW students in Seattle screen for novel coronavirus
This message was emailed to the UW campus community on January 26, 2020.
Water Quality
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) collaborates with campus partners to maintain water quality for consumption and use on campus. We conduct pool and spa inspections and can arrange…
When to go to the Employee Health Center
The Employee Health Center provides scheduled preventive health care for UW employees who are at higher risk for occupational exposures to potentially hazardous materials. We provide physical exams,…
Incident Reporting Poster
University units and departments download the Incident Reporting Poster and place it where personnel can view it as a reminder of the importance of timely reporting.
Cranes, Hoists and Rigging Safety
The UW Crane, Hoist, and Rigging Safety Program establishes the key requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and prevent personal injury or illness that could result during the use of overhead…
UW Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Manual
The University of Washington Crane, Hoist and Rigging Safety Program Manual establishes requirements for University units and departments to ensure the safety of personnel and prevent…
Supplemental Crane, Hoist and Rigging Program Template
The Supplemental Crane, Hoist and Rigging Program Template is modified by University units to addresses unit-specific hazards and safety guidance to ensure the safety of personnel and…
EH&S Annual Report FY23
The EH&S Annual Report FY23 summarizes the work of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) during fiscal year 2023.
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printer with Polylactic Acid (PLA) Filament SOP Template
University units with a Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printer with Polylactic Acid (PLA) Filament may download and use this SOP template.
Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printer with UV Curable Resin SOP Template
University units with a Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printer with UV Curable Resin may download and use this SOP template.
EH&S DEI Mission and Value Statement
Read the EH&S diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) Mission and Value Statement.
Box Cutter Safety Focus Sheet
Avoid accidents and injuries by following the tips in the Box Cutter Safety Focus Sheet.
Bloodborne Pathogens
The purpose of the UW Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Program is to protect University personnel from exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).The UW Bloodborne Pathogens…