Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the practice of fitting the job to the individual, which can help prevent work-related musculoskeletal injuries. Examples of musculoskeletal injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome,...
Equipment Safety
Guards
Guards are installed on machines in order to provide protection for the user from moving parts that may present a danger. It is best to cover as much of the moving part in a machine as...
Food Establishment Plan Review
Washington State food code sets standards for management and personnel, food operations, equipment and facilities. EH&S conducts food establishment plan reviews to ensure that the establishment...
Food Safety Tips for the Holidays
According to Public Health — Seattle & King County, as much as 60% of foodborne illness may come from cooking at home.
During the holidays, take these important safety precautions to avoid giving...
Fall Protection Work Plan
The UW requires a Fall Protection Work Plan when working at heights greater than 10 feet. It must be posted at the worksite for the duration of work activities.
Fall protection tips: Climbing the ladder to safety
Slips, trips, and falls are the second leading cause of injuries to UW employees, and there was an increase in reported incidents from 2016 to 2017. The University of Washington is committed to...
Find your safety training courses easily with a new tool
The General Health and Safety Course Selection Tool is a new comprehensive guide that will help supervisors and employees determine which health and safety courses to take. The guide is a task-based...
Fall Protection Work Plan Requirements Table
Use this table as a tool to determine the type(s) of fall protection required and whether a Fall Protection Work Plan is needed.
Food Illness Report/Complaint
If you believe you have become sick from eating at a food service establishment on the University of Washington campus, please answer the questions below. Answering all questions helps us investigate...
Facilities Safety Equipment Checklist Explanations
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Question and Explanation
(additional information for survey team members and report recipients)
Reference Code
Seismic
1
Are all tall bookcases,...
Food Safety Program
The EH&S food safety program ensures UW dining facilities meet the highest standards in food safety, and protects the public from foodborne illness.
EH&S oversees food-related activities at...
Fall protection equipment Stop Use Notice for Honeywell/Miller MightEvac, MightyLite self-retracting lifelines
A notice was released from Honeywell Industrial Safety on August 23, 2019, regarding the mandatory removal of the Miller MightEvac and MightyLite self-retracting lifelines from use. The notice only...
Fall Protection
Fall protection equipment alerts
PRODUCT SAFETY ALERT: Gravitec Systems MSA WORKMAN® MINI & V-EDGE™ WEB 8ft/2.4m PFLs
Read the Inspection Notice on the Gravitec Systems website.
HAZARD ALERT:...