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…
2024 Q2 RSC Agenda 05/14/24
Agenda for Radiation Safety Committee on 5/14/24
Heat illness prevention for outdoor workers
As summer approaches and temperatures begin to rise, it's important to take measures to keep outdoor workers healthy and prevent heat-related illness.University units with personnel who work…
Health Sciences BB Tower Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
The Health Sciences BB Tower Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet describes the additional safe work practices for this site.
More information is available on the Radiofrequency:…
Suzzalo Library Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
The Suzzalo Library Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet describes the additional safe work practices for this site.
More information is available on the Radiofrequency: Wireless…
Physics Astronomy Building Wireless Cellular Antennas
The Physics Astronomy Building Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet describes the additional safe work practices for this site.
More information is available on the …
Mechanical Engineering Building Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
The Mechanical Engineering Building Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet describes the additional safe work practices for this site.
More information is available on the…
McMahon Hall Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet
The McMahon Hall Wireless Cellular Antennas Focus Sheet describes the additional safe work practices for this site.
More information is available on the Radiofrequency:…
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…
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,…
Radio Frequency Safety Exposure Categorization
Radio Frequency Safety Exposure Categorization describes control measures and required signage for four categories of exposure to radiofrequencies.
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…
Superconducting Magnets: Basic Safety
There are a number of basic safety considerations for personnel using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other superconducting magnetic equipment,…
Inspecting Radiation PPE Focus Sheet
All UW units are required to inspect radiation personal protective equipment (RPPE) provided for employee protection; follow the requirements in the Inspecting Radiation PPE Focus…