Updated ABSL-1 waste disposal procedures
March 27, 2025
Processes for treatment and disposal of animal biosafety level 1 (ABSL-1) animal carcasses have been updated with input from the UW Infectious Waste Committee and the UW Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC). These updates were made to align with current regulatory requirements and best practices.
Updated ABSL-1 waste treatment and disposal procedures
ABSL-1 animal waste will now be packaged and sent for off-site incineration.
Two new federal policies impacting research with synthetic nucleic acids and biological agents and toxins expected in May 2025
March 7, 2025
Biohazard Transport Policy
Transporting Biohazardous Agents and Laboratory Specimens
This policy outlines the proper procedures for transporting biohazardous agents and laboratory specimens within buildings and between buildings. Biohazardous agents and waste, including recombinant or synthetic nucleic acids, must be packaged so that PPE is not needed during transport. PPE should not be worn in public corridors.
January 2025 IBC Meeting Minutes
Response and reporting requirements for incidents involving biohazardous materials
February 4, 2025
In the event of a spill or exposure to biohazardous materials, established response procedures and reporting requirements apply to all students and personnel of the UW. Researchers should review and share this information with laboratory personnel.
Updated biosafety requirements for SARS-CoV-2 research
January 27, 2025
December 2024 IBC Meeting Minutes
EH&S move to Gateway building
January 7, 2025
Most Environmental Health & Safety teams relocated to the new Gateway building above the Sound Transit Link light rail station on Brooklyn Avenue NE between NE 45th and 43rd Streets.
Programs and services that moved include: