Working with Mice and Rats
Working with Ferrets
Working with Dogs
Working with Amphibians and Reptiles
Respiratory Protection Program Manual (updated April 2023)
The Respiratory Protection Program Manual includes the applicable elements listed in the Washington Administrative Code 296-842-12005, including responsibilities and procedures for respirator selection, medical evaluation, fit testing, training, use procedures, and maintenance.
Reproductive Hazard Guidelines
The Reproductive Hazard Guidelines inform employees, students, and volunteers about potential reproductive and developmental hazards, and advise on safe work conditions and practices in their work environment. The guidance addresses both female and male reproductive health risks, and contains details on identifying, evaluating, and reducing those workplace risks.
Research Occupational Health
The UW EH&S Occupational Health (OH) Program strives to ensure the health and safety of University employees, students and support staff. OH program staff provide information and support to persons working in the research environment, including animal care and use. The goals of the program are to prevent injury or disease from hazards in the workplace.
Ladder Safety Focus Sheet (updated 2/11/21)
Implementation of a Tobacco free Campus Report
This report provides a brief synopsis of the exhaustive evidence of the adverse health effects of tobacco use, and a summary of the multitude of approaches and experiences that other universities have implemented to prohibit smoking on campus. The goal of this report is to provide information for a data-driven decision regarding the adoption and implementation of a campus-wide tobacco free policy.