Biohazardous Spills
This document describes how to clean up spills of biohazardous agents including recombinant DNA. If you need help with a biohazardous spill, contact EH&S Research and Occupational Safety at 206....
Basic Electrical Safety
We rely on electricity, but sometimes underestimate its capability of causing injury. Even household current (120 volts) can stop your heart. UW personnel need to be aware of the hazards...
Chemical Waste Guide for UW Facilities
This guide contains instructions for a list of specific shop-related wastes as well as general guidance for spills and disposal.
This guide was written for shops operated by UW Facilities. Other...
Chemical Spills in Laboratories
Be prepared with proper training, cleanup supplies and personal protective equipment to manage spills easily and safely.
If you work with chemicals, you will probably have a chemical spill at some...
Department Supplemental Hazardous Energy Control LOTO Program Template (added June 2022)
The Supplemental Hazardous Energy Control LOTO Program Template (Word) and addresses department-specific hazards and safety guidance for controlling hazardous energy when repairing or servicing...
Fire & Life Safety Survey Explanations
Administration
Housekeeping
Storage & Seismic Safety
Electrical
Exiting
Doors, Walls...
Hazardous Materials
Compressed Gases
Fire Extinguishers
Emergency Wash Equipment..
Fire Protection/...
How to Make a Biohazardous Spill Kit
Learn how to assesmble a biohazardous spill kit. This document outlines the components needed for a spill kit to clean up spills of biohazardous agents including recombinant DNA.
Hot Work
Hot work operations can be dangerous, especially in areas where flammable or combustible materials are present. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), U.S. fire departments...
Hazardous Energy Control - Lockout/Tagout
Updated June 28, 2022
The UW Hazardous Energy Control Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Program was developed to prevent personal injury or illness resulting from unexpected start-up, energization or release of...
Ladder Safety Focus Sheet (updated 2/11/21)
The Ladder Safety Focus Sheet was created for the UW’s Fall Protection Program.
Literature Review of Remediation Methods for PCBs in Buildings
The work reported in this document was funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Contract No. EP-C-10-043 to Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc.
Lockout/Tagout Authorized Person(s) Periodic Review (added June 2022)
The Authorized Person(s) Periodic Review (Word) is used to inspect the Authorized Person’s role and responsibility established in the hazardous energy control program and confirm that the...
LOTO Lock Removal Form (updated June 2022)
The LOTO Lock Removal Form (Word) includes directions and specific information a department or unit must document when an Authorized Person (lock owner) is unable or unavailable to remove their...
Ladder safety at work and home
Injuries have occurred at the UW while personnel were using ladders on the job. These incidents show that using ladders can be dangerous if not used properly. Before you use a ladder at work or at...
Mercury Spill Cleanup Sheet
Mercury spills must be addressed quickly and completely by following safe cleanup procedures. If you are trained to manage a small mercury spill on a smooth surface, such as a thermometer break on...
New Fall Protection Program Manual and webpage
Personal fall protection systemwww.lni.wa.gov
Whether you are accessing lighting for a theatre production or on a roof to make repairs or just walking across campus you must be protected from fall...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The purpose of the personal protective equipment (PPE) program is to protect researchers, employees, students, and visitors from potential hazards in the work environment. However, eliminating...