Staff & Contacts List
Caution Sign Instructions
Use the Caution Sign Instructions for creating and posting caution signs in areas where hazardous materials are present.
Common hazardous waste mistakes to avoid
EH&S staff had an opportunity to speak with compliance inspector Chad Fisher from the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding three of the most common hazardous waste violations he's encountered at the UW. As it turns out, the majority of these violations are easily preventable and making simple corrections contributes to a safer lab environment.
Anesthetic Gases: Safe Use Guidelines
The purpose of the Anesthetic Gases: Safe Use Guidelines is to inform users and others who may be exposed to anesthetic gases of the potential health hazards and methods of controlling exposures.
Passive Scavenging Using Charcoal Canisters
Follow the steps in the Passive Scavenging Using Charcoal Canisters guide to control exposure to waste anesthetic gases (WAGs).
Agents in Animal Drinking Water or Feed SOPs
The following standard operating procedures (SOPs) are for use by researchers, veterinary services and animal husbandry staff when preparing and handling animal feed or water containing antibiotics, medicines, chemicals, or other agents.
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Animal Husbandry Procedures: Medicine/Chemicals in Animal Drinking Water or Chow
The Animal Husbandry Procedures: Medicine/Chemicals in Animal Drinking Water or Chow is intended for use when changing animal drinking water or show and handling animal cages in case of a spill or floods.
Researcher and Veterinary Services: Agents in Animal Drinking Water or Feed SOP
The Researcher and Veterinary Services: Agents in Animal Drinking Water or Feed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is for preparation and handling of animal feed or water containing antibiotics, medicines, chemicals, or other agents.
Mission and Vision
UW Environmental Health & Safety's mission is to partner with the UW community to provide a healthy and safe campus and protect our environment.