2018 Biohazardous Waste Plan Now Available
The 2018 update to the University’s Biohazardous Waste Management Plan is now posted online.
Summary of changes:
Clarification on treatment procedures for extracted human teeth. Extracted teeth (...
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...
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...
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...
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...