New online course for preventing slips, trips, and falls
Environmental Health & Safety is pleased to announce the launch of a 25-minute, self-paced online course to help reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls in the workplace. Slips, trips, and…
Help keep wildlife wild
Learn Why You Shouldn't Feed Wildlife at the UW Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind gesture, but it can have unintended consequences for both animals and people and contribute to human-…
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Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) has offices in three main locations and additional satellite offices.
New electrical safety training options
Updated May 15, 2024
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) now offers three electrical safety courses to meet the diverse needs of University personnel. These courses are designed to…
New and updated shop and maker space safety resources
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published updates to our Shop and Maker Space Safety resources for units and departments that operate shops and maker spaces at the University of…
UW Float Plan
University units/departments may use the UW Float Plan as a template to develop their float plan.Visit the Boating Safety page for more information.
New UW Electrical Safety Manual
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published the new UW Electrical Safety Manual that establishes the requirements and best practices for University personnel conducting work on…
New Unmanned Aircraft Systems Safety Resource
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) published a new focus sheet that provides information to support the safe and compliant use of small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), also referred to as…
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.
Food Safety Program
The Food Safety Program ensures UW dining facilities meet the highest standards in food safety, and protects the public from foodborne illness.Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) …
Health and Safety Committees
The University’s health and safety committees help foster a strong culture of safety with a goal of preventing workplace injuries and illnesses. The University’s Health and Safety Committee Program…
Hazardous Waste Management Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Fluorescent Lights and Ballasts Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
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…