EH&S Organization Chart
… Industrial Hygiene: Air quality Chemical safety Exposure assessment/ sampling Hazard communication … Medical clearance/ screenings/exams/ immunizations/bio exposure follow‐up/ Medical management Public Health: … water quality Communicable disease prevention and response Pests and wildlife Advisory Committee on …
Implementation of a Tobacco free Campus Report
… became a smoke-free university in order to minimize exposure to secondhand smoke. Currently, the UW is a … (DSAs) that are designed to minimize involuntary smoke exposure on campus and reduce smoking litter. Smoking-related … campus (27%). Of the 405 presidents who responded (51% response rate), 84% indicated that they believed that college …
Laboratory Animal Allergy Focus Sheet
… they may have an allergic reaction: an exaggerated response by the immune system to a foreign protein. Allergies … lead to asthma or extreme allergic response to even a tiny exposure. Some employees may eventually have to leave their … from bites. Inhalation is one of the most potent routes of exposure. Allergens can be released into the air when dander …
UW Asbestos Management Plan
… 3. Definitions / Acronyms Asbestos Hazard and Emergency Response Act (AHERA) is the U.S. Environmental Protection … | UW Asbestos Management Plan Negative Exposure Assessment (NEA) means a demonstration by the … with the criteria in WAC 296-62-07709) that employee exposure during an operation is expected to be consistently …
New Employee Safety Orientation Template
… work-related incident that results in an injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, property damage, or a fire … protective equipment (PPE), and signs or symptoms of an exposure; · How to label secondary chemical containers (i.e., … in item #2 above). Point out the location of the Spill Response Poster and Exposure Response Poster (as …
EH&S Annual Report FY24
… worker safety and environmental protection needs in response to water line damage impacting a medical facility. … presentations by Rebecca Stenberg, Herpes B-virus Exposure Follow-up and Case Management and Anne Terry, Malaria Case Review and Exposure Management National Academy of Sciences Workshop on …
Guidelines for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
… are most effective in eliminating or reducing the risk of exposure to the hazard. PPE is the least effective method for controlling or preventing exposure to a hazard. PPE provides a barrier to protect the … time, highly protective (mostly used by emergency response personnel) Used in oxygen deficient atmospheres, …
EH&S Annual Report FY21
… our environment HIGHLIGHTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS COVID-19 response and prevention: Created and published a … EPA/WA Ecology rules, which reduced cost and decreased response time for offsite collection of pharmaceuticals at … workplace hazards. SELECT PRESENTATIONS A University’s Response to a Cesium Release Phil Campbell, and Katia Harb, …
New Nanomaterials, Chloroform and Metallic Lead SOP Templates
… and it can be toxic if inhaled or swallowed. Chloroform exposure can harm the eyes, skin, liver, kidneys, and nervous …
Field Work Risk Assessment Tool (Field R.A.T.)
… or caustic chemical/product - burn, injury · Biological exposure - infection · Repetitive tasks - Musculoskeletal … · Falling object – struck by; injury · Radiation - exposure · Weather conditions affect safety · Thermal – … Section below) · Field Communication System · Emergency response team · Emergency Contact Information · Exposure …
Safety Considerations for Youth in STEAM Environments
… or materials with high rate of injury or health risk • Exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, or radioactive … procedures. Review emergency evacuation and emergency response procedures. Document this training. 3) Supervision … as ear plugs can be provided to youth to minimize noise exposure. 6) Hazardous Materials Youth may not be exposed to …
Chemical Hazard Communication Program Manual
… concentrations exceed regulated limits, and maintaining exposure records Contractors, visitors are responsible for: • … visiting the emergency room following a hazardous chemical exposure. Supervisors should ensure the MyChem inventory, …
EH&S Annual Report FY22
… our environment. HIGHLIGHTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS COVID-19 response and prevention: Supported the University’s COVID-19 response and prevention activities including creating … personal protective equipment, ventilation, and workplace exposure assessments. Continued to serve as the primary …
Salmonella outbreak likely linked to raw cookie dough
… Illness symptoms can develop one to three days following exposure to Salmonella and may include diarrhea, fever, …
Mpox Infection Prevention and Isolation Guidelines for University Residence Halls and Shared Living Spaces
… need-to-know basis to those involved in the public health response, which may include UW residence hall staff, Student … symptoms consistent with mpox, especially if you have had exposure to someone with mpox, take the following steps to …
Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printer with UV Curable Resin SOP Template
… guidance on proper handling, storage, and recommended UV exposure duration for the specific type of resin. 6. … used, uncured resin into new resin bottles. 9. Emergency response and accident reporting In case of fire or emergency, …
EH&S Annual Report FY19
… products and safe work practices to prevent occupational exposure to lead. Expanded outreach: Completed an outreach … from FY18 tons 75 16,780 scientific divers for supporting response and recovery efforts of a radiological emergency EHS …
Powered Industrial Trucks Safety Manual
… is required in the charging area in the event of an exposure to electrolyte during servicing. • Electrical power … and an emergency eyewash/shower in the event of an exposure to electrolyte during servicing Electrical power No …
Emergency Procedures Flip Chart
… soon as possible. Report all work-related injury, illness, exposure to hazardous materials, property damage, fire and … loss of an eye, orfatality * Recombinant/synthetic DNA/RNA exposure or spill + Radioactive material spill, exposure, … SPILL If exposed to biohazards, follow the Exposure Response Poster. Throughly wash hands, face, and any exposed …
UW Fall Protection Program Manual
… mandated safe work practices or procedures that prevent exposure to a fall by signaling or warning an employee to … protection equipment in a secure, dry environment, free of exposure to fumes or corrosive environments that can damage … immediately by calling 9-1-1 to initiate emergency response (fire department). • When calling 9-1-1 in Seattle, …