PIs/supervisors must develop a site-specific BBP Exposure Control Plan (Word) as a supplement to the UW’s core BBP Exposure Control Plan in Appendix A of the UW Biosafety Manual. The site-specific plan identifies who is covered by the plan, personal protective equipment (PPE) for each task, decontamination procedures and first aid/exposure response procedures.
University supervisors submit a Respirator Request Form to EH&S, when respiratory hazards are first identified, when processes change that may impact respiratory hazards, and annually thereafter.
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) prioritizes the well-being of the University of Washington community by offering comprehensive health and safety training courses. Designed to meet regulatory standards and uphold our commitment to safety, our courses foster a culture of preparedness across all units and departments.
While University units or departments bear the primary responsibility for ensuring their personnel receive required training, EH&S is readily available to offer support and guidance throughout the process.
The UW is a major research and teaching institution, and safety in our laboratories is very important to all of us. If you work in a lab, you can protect yourself and others from exposure to hazardous materials through the use of chemical fume hoods; safe work practices and training; and appropriate laboratory attire and personal protective equipment (PPE).
