Using Alternative Fall Protection on Roofs (updated 2/10/21)

Using Alternative Fall Protection on Roofs (updated 2/10/21)
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  The Using Alternative Fall Protection on Roofs guidance only applies on a low slope roof (4:12 or less) when traditional fall protection systems cannot be used, such as a 42-inch parapet wall at...

Supervisor and Employee Lockout/Tagout Annual Evaluation Form

Supervisor and Employee Lockout/Tagout Annual Evaluation Form
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Shop Safety Audit and Inspection Explanations

EH&S has recently updated our inspection checklist and how we conduct shop inspections. As of March 2021, EH&S is now using the Safety Stratus inspection software to provide better...

Planning for high risk activities

EH&S has new and updated tools for UW units to help protect staff engaging in high risk activities: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure Confined Space Evaluation Fall Protection Work Plan Job Hazard...

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The purpose of the personal P\protective equipment (PPE) program is to protect researchers, employees, students, and visitors from potential hazards in the work environment. However, eliminating...

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...

Lock Removal Form

Lock Removal Form
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Lockout/Tagout Annual Inspection and Training Assessment Checklist

Lockout/Tagout Annual Inspection and Training Assessment Checklist
82.47KB (.pdf)

Lockout/Tagout Hazardous Energy Control Procedure Form

Lockout/Tagout Hazardous Energy Control Procedure Form
615.61KB (.PDF)

Lockout/Tagout Hazardous Energy Control Field Procedure Form

Lockout/Tagout Hazardous Energy Control Field Procedure Form
137.69KB (.pdf)

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

The Hazardous Energy Control – Lockout/Tagout Program is designed to prevent injuries resulting from unexpected start-up, energization or release of stored energy during servicing and maintenance of...

Gravitec fall protection lifelines safety alert

Gravitec Systems Inc. issued a product safety alert for MSA WORKMAN® MINI & V-EDGE™ WEB 8ft/2.4m PFLs equipment. The alert requests users of this equipment to perform an enhanced pre-use...

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/...

Fall Protection Work Plan (updated 2/10/21)

Fall Protection Work Plan (updated 2/10/21)
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  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.   

Department Lockout/Tagout Program Template

Department Lockout/Tagout Program Template
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Chemical Waste Guide for UW Facilities

Chemical Waste Guide for UW Facilities
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  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...

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...