Implementation of a Tobacco free Campus Report
This report provides a brief synopsis of the exhaustive evidence of the adverse health effects of tobacco use, and a summary of the multitude of approaches and experiences that other…
Serum Banking Policy
This document outlines the serum banking policy at UW for research and support staff.
Lithium Battery Safety
This paper provides information on the safe procurement, handling, storage and disposal of lithium-ion batteries to help prevent fire, injury and loss of intellectual and other property…
Liquid Nitrogen and Alarms in University Research Space
This report is intended to provide guidance on identifying and evaluating potential risks related to storage of liquid nitrogen in laboratory space, and how to best mitigate those risks at…
L&I Variance for Health and Safety Committees
The Department of Labor and Industries, Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) granted a variance to the University of Washington regarding employee-elected safety and health committee…
Unreturned Dosimeter Policy
It is expected that 90% of dosimeters issued to a series will be accounted for within 30 days of the end of the wear period specified on each dosimeter. If a series fails to meet this…
Lab Radioactive Material Contamination Surveys User Guide for EHSA
University laboratories with radioactive materials use the Lab Radioactive Material Contamination Surveys User Guide for EHSA to document and submit lab contamination surveys to maintain…
How to Label Chemical Waste Containers
Follow the instructions to correctly label chemical waste containers prior to pickup by EH&S.
Job Hazard Analysis Instructions
Refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Instructions when completing a Job Hazard Analysis.
UW Face Covering Policy
The University's Face Covering Policy describes the face coverings requirements at the UW in accordance with federal and state workplace safety requirements, and applicable local…
Safety Data Sheet Review-ECOLAB Peroxid Multi Surface Cleaner Disinfectant
Safety data sheet review of ECOLAB Peroxide Multi Surface Cleaner -Disinfectant by EH&S for UW Facilities.
EHSA Guide: View Your RAM Inventory
University units use the EHSA Guide: View Your RAM Inventory to view current radioactive materials inventory.
Visit the Environmental Health and Safety Assistant (EHSA) page for more…
EHSA Guide: View Your RAM Survey Equipment
University units use the EHSA Guide: View Your RAM Survey Equipment to view your survey meters, liquid scintillation counters, and gamma counters.
Visit the Environmental Health…
Responding to Lab Inspection Findings in EHSA
University units use the guide Responding to Lab Inspection Findings in EHSA to respond to biosafety lab inspection findings.
Visit the Environmental Health and Safety Assistant (EHSA…
Vaccinia Virus Research Safety Policy
The Vaccinia Virus Research Safety Policy outlines the safety and occupational health requirements for work with vaccinia virus.
UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol
The UW Communicable Disease Cleaning Protocol was developed by the University’s Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) in coordination with campus custodial and…
EH&S Annual Report FY20
The EH&S annual report summarizes the work and accomplishments of the Environmental Health & Safety Department during fiscal year 2020.