Hazardous Waste Labels-REACTIVE
All chemical waste containers larger than four liters in size must have a UW Hazardous Waste Label.
Containers larger than four liters must have a second label with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE” and...
Hazardous Waste Labels-TOXIC
All chemical waste containers larger than four liters in size must have a UW Hazardous Waste Label.
Containers larger than four liters must have a second label with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE” and...
Hazardous Waste Labels-CORROSIVE
All chemical waste containers larger than four liters in size must have a UW Hazardous Waste Label.
Containers larger than four liters must have a second label with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE” and...
Hazardous Waste Labels-FLAMMABLE
All chemical waste containers larger than four liters in size must have a UW Hazardous Waste Label.
Containers larger than four liters must have a second label with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE” and...
Universal Waste Labels: Four identical
Click on the link below to download an accessible form to create UW Universal Waste Labels.
This form that allows you to enter label information for four identical universal waste containers.
Fill...
Universal Waste Labels: Four different
Click on the link below to download an accessible form to create UW Universal Waste Labels.
This form that allows you to enter label information for four different universal waste containers.
Fill...
Exposure Response Poster
Use the Exposure Response Poster as a guide for responding to a biological, chemical or radiological exposure.
The poster was updated in September 2019 with specialized information for different...
NEW Spill Response poster and updated Exposure Response poster
Keep these two posters in an easily accessible location in your workspace.
Spill Response poster (NEW)
EH&S has a new Spill Response Poster that instructs you what to do in the event of a...
Lead
Lead is toxic and can cause many acute and chronic health effects. Lead can affect the nervous system, reproductive system, blood, kidneys and cause digestive problems, memory and concentration...
Radioactive Waste Management
EH&S’s Radioactive Waste Management Program provides training, consultation and resources to ensure safe and compliant storage, packaging, labeling, collection, sampling and disposal of...
Facilities Projects Support
The Facilities Projects Support Program provides review, consultation and testing for construction projects impacting facilities occupied by UW personnel or students.
EH&S participates by...
EH&S Guide for Principal Investigators
This PI guide is an introduction to Environmental Health & Safety for principal investigators (PIs) who are new to the University of Washington and is a reference tool for any principal...
Fire Extinguisher Use
Read the focus sheet for information about safely using a fire extinguisher.
Fire Safety and Prevention
Fire safety at the University is regulated by the Seattle Fire Code as well as the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA). Enforcement of these codes and standards are handled by local...
Radiation Safety Committee
The Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) is responsible for the safe use of radiation producing devices and radioactive materials at all UW locations, including the UW Medical Center and Harborview...
Chemical Waste Disposal
EH&S is responsible for the collection of hazardous chemical waste for the University, including all campuses and off-site locations. Hazardous chemical waste is defined as any liquid, gaseous,...