Inorganic Acid SOP
… controls and equipment utilized to reduce the risk of exposures. Engineering Controls: Use of inorganic acids … after hours and assistance is needed). Refer to EH&S Spill Response Poster https://www.ehs.washington.edu/resource/spill-response-poster-884 REQUIRED - Insert descriptions of any …
Radioactive Waste Management
… reduce the amount of waste per disposal. Minimize radiation exposure during storage in the lab by using a Lucite … for photon (x and gamma ray) emitting waste. Minimize exposure to lab personnel by placing waste containers as far …
UW Research & Training Building Remediation
… in the building being cleaned to a level such that the exposure to anyone working in the building does not exceed 1 … mrem. Additional resources regarding the relative risk of exposure to radiation sources are provided below. What was …
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 … operation 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 … training for wildfire smoke and excessive outdoor heat exposures. The Field Operations Safety manual was a …
Mercury-Containing Lamps
… The vacuum will put mercury vapor into the air and increase exposure. The vacuum cleaner will be contaminated and will … may result in mercury vapor concentrations above regulated exposure limits. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Review the Mercury … EH&S website for information about elemental mercury spill response, such as for a broken mercury thermometer and other …
UW Boating Safety Manual
… staff, volunteers, and visitors. 2. Provide emergency response procedures. 3. Ensure responsible stewardship of … to identify hazards and measures to mitigate the risk of exposure to the hazards. EH&S offers a template job hazard … Equipment - motorized | Page 28 of 37 • Immersion suits and exposure work suits • Life raft • Second engine/Kicker motor …
Guidance for Building Water Flushing and Sampling During Low Flow or Low Occupancy
… disinfectant creates a hazard to users through chemical exposure. A risk assessment must be performed prior to … to hot water system and is commonly used as a rapid response. It may be less effective than chemical … Periods of Low or No Use • NIOSH: Preventing Occupational Exposure to Legionella • CDC: Water Management Program • …
Diphtheria Toxin SOP
… very low levels. All contact should be avoided. Symptoms of exposure include skin irritation, respiratory irritation, … hotline for assistance. If it is an emergency (risk of exposure to others such as an on-going DT release) call … from the CDC. In the event of problems obtaining a response at any local or state level, the CDC Emergency …
EH&S Annual Report FY20
… our environment HIGHLIGHTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS COVID-19 response and prevention: Created a COVID-19 response and prevention unit to conduct case investigations … products and safe work practices to prevent occupational exposure to lead; published the Lead Safety Manual and …
2023 Lab Safety Awards & Innovations Event Poster
… of defrost schedules. Fume hoods are the primary method of exposure control in laboratories and can provide adequate … LAB GLASS WASTE BOXES REACTION CARDS WITH SPECIFIC INCIDENT RESPONSE INFORMATION USING EMERGENCY RESPONSE POSTERS AS DESKTOP BACKGROUNDSErin Goecker / …
Aqua Regia SOP Template
… cause a sealed container to fail catastrophically. Direct exposure will cause itching, redness, burns, inflammation, … The severity of damage depends on the dose, duration of exposure, and the body parts contacted. Section 3 – … personnel. All other persons should leave the area. Spill response procedures must be developed based on the chemical …
Methylene Chloride-Dichloromethane
… use of methylene chloride/DCM including the minimization of exposures via inhalation due to methylene chloride/DCM’s … exhausted), and when any Action Limit (AL) or Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL) has been exceeded or when there is a … All other persons should leave the area. Spill response procedures must be developed based on the chemical …
UW Food Safety Program Manual
… 21 FOODBORNE ILLNESS INVESTIGATION AND OUTBREAK RESPONSE .................................. 22 NOTIFICATION … This includes the date of symptom onset, diagnosis, or exposure to illness. This allows the PIC to report certain … which: • Two or more persons have a similar illness after exposure to the same food source; and • Epidemiologic …
Biological Use Authorization (BUA) application (new and renewal)
… Pathogens for Researchers Training b. Site-specific BBP Exposure Control Plan: Submit with this application. … Equipment EXAMPLE: SLU 3.1 ABSL-2 Vivarium EXAMPLE: Aerosol exposure of mice to bacteria. Injection of recDNA vaccine … I will adhere to the IBC-approved emergency plans for spill response and personnel exposures. · In case of incidents or …
Biosafety Level 2 with Biosafety Level 3 Practices (BSL-2 with BSL-3 practices) Inspection Checklist
Biosafety Level 2 with Biosafety Level 3 Practices (BSL-2 with BSL-3 practices) Inspection Checklist
… for Hazards displays a biohazard symbol. |_| |_| |_| Exposure Response Poster is in lab; lab staff is aware of proper … and documented. All staff and visitors are trained prior to exposure to lab hazards. A lab-specific biosafety manual or …
Field Work Risk Assessment Tool (Field R.A.T.)
… or caustic chemical/product - burn, injury · Biological exposure - infection · Repetitive tasks - Musculoskeletal … headache · Falling object – struck by; injury · Radiation - exposure · Weather conditions affect safety · Thermal – … Section below) · Field Communication System · Emergency response team · Emergency Contact Information · Exposure …
COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines for SCUBA Diving Operations
… FOR SICK PERSONNEL, SYMPTOM MONITORING, REPORTING AND RESPONSE: The following requirements are subject to change, … is required to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread and exposure indoors when more than one person is present. … FOR SICK PERSONNEL, SYMPTOM MONITORING, REPORTING AND RESPONSE: Medical Screening and Clearance: Communication and …
Job Hazard Analysis Instructions
… or caustic chemical/product - burn, injury · Biological exposure - infection · Repetitive tasks - Musculoskeletal … headache · Falling object – struck by; injury · Radiation - exposure · Weather conditions affect safety · Thermal – … · Reduce exposure time · Training · Spill kits · Emergency response team · Exposure control plan · Other Personal …
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 …