Radiation Detection Instrument Calibration
… referred to as GM Survey meters or “Geiger “ counters) and exposure rate meters (commonly referred to as ion chambers) …
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 …
Montlake Landfill Project Guide
… asbestos professional under the EPA Asbestos Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA) and shall also comply with … associated with landfill debris and groundwater. Worker exposure concerns include methane, hazardous materials exposure, and physical hazards. All employees must be trained …
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 …
American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers
… laser hazards. This includes Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits for ocular and dermal safety, as well …
Inorganic Acid SOP
… 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 …
Updated Bloodborne Pathogens Training Course
… setting with a reasonably anticipated potential for exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious …
Heat illness prevention for outdoor workers
… be serious, but is preventable. Visit the Outdoor Heat Exposure webpage for more information. …
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, …
New focus sheet explains SDSs vs. SOPs
… of the lab personnel (specific to the lab) to prevent an exposure or accident. Please refer to Sections 2 and 6 of the …
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, …
Resource for understanding group lockout/tagout
… devices, are required to mitigate potential exposure to hazardous energy sources inherent to the …
Mercury-Containing Lamps
… 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 the … to identify hazards and measures to mitigate the risk of exposure to the hazards. EH&S offers a template job hazard … - 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 disinfection … Periods of Low or No Use • NIOSH: Preventing Occupational Exposure to Legionella • CDC: Water Management Program • CDC: …
Laser Safety Training Request
… WAC 296-62-09005(3), Laser Radiation Permissible Exposure Limits; ANSI Z136.1 – 2007, American National …
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 …
Diphtheria Toxin SOP
… 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 …
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 … 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 …