Wildfire smoke may cause air quality issues
The Air Quality Index (AQI) has increased in the Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma areas, which may require public and occupational health and safety measures to be taken (…
Radiation Use Authorization (RUA)
EH&S’s Radiation Safety team issues Radiation Use Authorizations (RUAs) to principal investigators who use radioactive material.
Principal Investigators (PIs) and researchers who work with…
Bloodborne pathogens worker safety requirements
Human blood and other potentially infectious materials may contain viruses referred to as bloodborne pathogens (BBP) that can make people ill if they become infected. Implementing workplace safety…
Safely store compressed gases and cryogens
Compressed gases and cryogenic liquids are stored in gas cylinders under high pressure, which can have several safety considerations to prevent injury and property damage. University units and…
New self-service access to online safety training
Alumni, affiliates, visitors, and students with valid UW NetIDs are (at various times) not able to log into EH&S online training courses and will see an error message when attempting to do…
Stormwater Management Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Underground Storage Tanks Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Non-UW Personnel Radiation Safety Class Registration Form
** Please Note - No classes are held in August or December.The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with…
Site Contamination Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Mercury Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Hazardous Waste Management Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Fluorescent Lights and Ballasts Design Guide
This information has moved to the UW Facilities Design Standard webpage.
Installing Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures in UW Buildings
University departments and units must follow the guidance in the Installing Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures in UW Buildings Focus Sheet to avoid potential exposures to regulated…
Fire Extinguishers & Cabinets Design Guide
Construction and facilities project managers download the Fire Extinguishers and Cabinets Design Guide.
Visit the Facilities Projects Support page for more information…