Transporting Compressed Gases and Cryogens
Compressed gas cylinders and Dewars containing liquefied compressed gases, refrigerated liquefied gases (also known as cryogens) and dissolved gases must be handled with caution at all times…
Laboratory Safety Manual
Welcome to the UW Laboratory Safety Manual (LSM).Please bookmark this page electronically or print a copy of the complete LSM and make it available to laboratory staff. Staff in UW…
Institutional Chemical and Physical Safety Committee (ICAPS) Charge
Institutional Chemical and Physical Safety Committee (ICAPS) Charge
Laboratory Emergency Information
Laboratories can use this template to document lab-specific emergency contact information.
Radiation Waste Collection Request
Complete the form below to request a radiation waste collection.
Please contact Radiation Safety team at radsaf@uw.edu or call 206.543.0463 with questions.
The University of Washington is…
COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines for SCUBA Diving Operations
The COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines for SCUBA Diving Operations guidelines were developed to help ensure the health and safety of personnel conducting scuba diving by reducing the potential for…
Respirator Request Form
University supervisors submit a Respirator Request Form to EH&S, when respiratory hazards are first identified, when processes change that may impact respiratory hazards, and…
Tips for completing the Animal Use Medical Screening form
University faculty, staff, and students must complete an animal use health screening prior to work in any University animal care and use environment to evaluate and address potential health risks…
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…
Respiratory Protection
When respirators are used properly, they can prevent injury and illnesses from exposure to airborne substances that may be inhaled.University managers and supervisors are responsible for controlling…
Chemical Safety Levels and Hazard Codes
The chemical inventories in MyChem are automatically assigned to a Chemical Safety Level (CSL) based on the quantity and type of hazards present. CSLs include both physical and health hazards…
List of Hazardous Substances and Reportable Quantities
Refer to the List of Hazardous Substances and Reportable Quantities when shipping hazardous materials.