Working Safely with Dry Ice
Dry ice, the solid form of carbon dioxide (CO2), is commonly used in UW research. Its properties allow for rapid cooling of materials, but also pose unique worker safety hazards. This focus sheet...
Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall Safety Notice
Kidde, a manufacturer of fire extinguishers, is working with the Consumer Product Safety Commission to recall some portable fire extinguishers due to potential safety issues. The recall involves...
Contractors and Hazard Communication Focus Sheet
A guide for communicating chemical hazard (HazCom) information with vendors and contractors.
Hazard Communication for Office Products
A variety of office products may contain small amounts of hazardous chemicals, however, exposure is not expected to produce adverse health effects under normal conditions of use. Employees who work...
Guidelines for Temporary Food Establishments
These guidelines apply to temporary food service establishments permitted by the UW Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) to operate on University owned or leased property.
Ladder Safety Focus Sheet
This ladder safety focus sheet was created for the UW’s Fall Protection Program.