University of Washington Recordable Workplace Injuries and Illnesses Incidence Rate
View the University of Washington Recordable Workplace Injuries and Illnesses Incidence Rate graph showing the annual incidence rates of recordable workplace injuries and…
COVID-19 Chemical Disinfectant Safety Information
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an increase in the number of disinfection products used throughout UW departments. This document provides general information about EPA-registered disinfectants, such…
Personal Protective Equipment and Supplies Performance Standards and Guidelines
The purpose of the Personal Protective Equipment and Supplies Performance Standards and Guidelines are to assist University units and departments during the procurement process; it…
Portable Air Cleaner Selection, Care and Maintenance
Air-purifying devices, such as a portable air cleaner, can be an effective supplement to building ventilation and can help improve indoor air quality, especially when eliminating the source of…
Crystalline Silica
Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in the earth's crust. Materials such as sand, stone, concrete and mortar contain crystalline silica. It is also used to make products such as glass,…
Respirable Crystalline Silica Safety Manual
The Respirable Crystalline Silica Safety Manual outlines the responsibilities of University units, personnel and the Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) to protect…
Crystalline Silica Exposure Control Work Plan Template
A Crystalline Silica Exposure Control Plan is required when respirable crystalline silica exposure is assumed or known to be at or above 25 μg/m3TWA8e of respirable crystalline silica in…
UW Photography Guidelines
The UW Photography Guidelines are intended for use in research, shop settings and other University locations with hazardous materials and/or physical safety hazards.
All individuals who…
2023 Lab Safety Awareness Week Challenge Card
Participants in this year’s Lab Safety Awareness Week who conduct a check of their lab’s safety resources are eligible to win a prize from EH&S by completing our 2023 Lab Safety Awareness…
Lab Safety Awareness Week 2023
Help raise awareness of safe lab practices!Lab Safety Awareness Week is an event held at academic institutions nation-wide February 13-17. This event is dedicated to recognizing the successes of…
Radioactive Waste Management
EH&S’s Radioactive Waste Management Program oversees radioactive material use and disposal under the requirements set by federal and state rules and regulations, and the UW Radioactive Materials…
New safety guidelines for photography
The Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) created guidelines for safely conducting photo and video sessions in University locations with hazards while also ensuring the images…
2023 Q1 RSC Agenda 02/28/23
Radiation Safety Committee meeting agenda for first quarter of 2023.
Laser Cutter Safety Focus Sheet
Laser cutters pose potential hazards from exposure to the laser light, high temperatures that could result in a fire, and air contaminants (fumes, vapors or particulates produced when the laser…
2023 Hepatitis A outbreak associated with frozen organic strawberries
June 9, 2023 - This recall has been expanded to include select Wawona Frozen Foods Organic Daybreak Blend frozen fruit blend packages that were distributed in Washington state Costco stores…
Laser Safety
The Laser Safety Program facilitates the safe and knowledgeable use of lasers in University laboratories and classrooms, and ensures the protection of the environment. The Laser Safety Program…
Owner Project Requirements Template for Capital Safety Project
The purpose of the Owner Project Requirements Template (Word) is to provide clear and concise documentation of the Project Owner’s goals, expectations and requirements for a Capital…
Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety
The Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety Program is designed to help protect University personnel, students and the general public from the harmful effects of non-ionizing radiation.Non-ionizing…
EH&S Organization Chart
View the EH&S Organization Chart showing all functional units (sections) within the EH&S department and all staff within each section.