Legionella Focus Sheet
Legionella bacteria can cause a serious type of pneumonia (lung infection) called Legionnaires’ disease.
Mold, Mildew, and Water Damage Focus Sheet
This focus sheet describes what to do if you find mold, mildew or water damage in a University facility.
Hearing Loss Prevention Program Manual
The Hearing Loss Prevention Program Manual applies to all University organizational units at all work locations including the Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma campuses; UW Medicine medical…
3D Printers Focus Sheet
Users of 3D printers at the University should understand the potential risks and adhere to the safety practices outlined in the 3D Printers Focus Sheet.
Mercury Spill Cleanup Sheet
Mercury spills must be addressed quickly and completely by following safe cleanup procedures. If you are trained to manage a small mercury spill on a smooth surface, such as a thermometer…
Mercury-Containing Lamps
Broken fluorescent lamps and other broken mercury-containing lamps or bulbs must be cleaned up and disposed of as a hazardous waste.