Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.) Guidelines

Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.) Guidelines
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  Review the Lab R.A.T. Guidelines document for details on conducting risk assessments using the Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.).  

Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.)

Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.)
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  The Laboratory Risk Assessment Tool (Lab R.A.T.) provides a framework for risk assessment complimenting the process researchers already use to answer scientific questions. This tool provides a...

UW Boating Safety Manual

  Faculty, staff and students at the University who are using research vessels required for employment or education must observe the standards and safety practices in the UW Boating Safety Manual.  

Boating Safety

  The UW Boating Safety Program oversees the safe use of water vessels of all sizes and classes by faculty, staff, students and approved volunteers at the University who are using these vessels as...

Facilities Safety Equipment Checklist Explanations

       #       Question and Explanation (additional information for survey team members and report recipients)             Reference Code             Seismic 1 Are all tall bookcases,...

Compressed Gas / Cryogenic Fluids

Compressed gas is a generic term used for describing compressed gases, liquefied compressed gases, refrigerated liquefied gases (cryogenic gases) and dissolved gases. Compressed gases may also be...

Lead Safety for Scuba Divers Focus Sheet

Lead Safety for Scuba Divers Focus Sheet
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Metallic Lead Safety Focus Sheet

Metallic Lead Safety Focus Sheet
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Lead Safety in Shops and Labs Focus Sheet

Lead Safety in Shops and Labs Focus Sheet
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Autoclaving Biohazardous Waste SOP Template

Autoclaving Biohazardous Waste SOP Template
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If you use an autoclave to decontaminate biohazardous waste, you need to have a site-specific SOP. Use this fillable PDF template to create your SOP. Any personnel operating the autoclave needs to...

Medicine/Chemicals in Animal Drinking Water

Medicine/Chemicals in Animal Drinking Water
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  Standard operating procedures for research and veterinary services procedures.  

Emergency Washing Equipment

  Emergency washing equipment (EWE) is provided in UW facilities for the purpose of rinsing chemicals or other harmful agents from the eyes or skin. It is an important safety tool that can prevent or...

Q1 2019 Radiation Safety Committee Meeting Agenda

Q1 2019 Radiation Safety Committee Meeting Agenda
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Request for Fetal Radiation Monitoring (Form 9)

Request for Fetal Radiation Monitoring (Form 9)
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Use this form to confidentially request a fetal dosimeter.

Occupational Radiation Exposure During Pregnancy - Description

Occupational Radiation Exposure During Pregnancy - Description
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One concern of employees who regularly receive some radiation exposure during their work is the safety of childbearing and the effects of radiation dose to their unborn child.

Shipping Regulated Medical Waste SOP template

Shipping Regulated Medical Waste SOP template
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Use this template SOP if shipping regulated medical waste (RMW) for off-site treatment and disposal.  

2018 Q2 RSC Agenda 5/31/2018

2018 Q2 RSC Agenda 5/31/2018
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Radiation Safety Committee Agenda Q2 5/31/2018

Radiation Safety Committee Agenda Q2 5/31/2018
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Caution Sign for Hazards

  Laboratories, shops and maker spaces where hazardous materials are used or stored are required to post an up-to-date sign at the entrance. The sign is intended to alert emergency responders and...

Safety Manuals

Safety manuals contain vital information to maintain the health and safety of those working with potentially hazardous materials or equipment. Any UW faculty, staff or student working with hazardous...