Shop and Maker Space Blank SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments use the Shop and Maker Space Blank SOP Template (Word) to supplement their Shop Safety Plan.
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Drill Press SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a drill press supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Drill Press Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Shop Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment Guide
The Shop Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment Guide identifies hazards to which shop workers may be exposed and specifies PPE to protect against hazards during work operations. When completed, the document and its associated training will satisfy the PPE Hazard Assessment and Certification as required in Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 296-800-160 by the Labor & Industries Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Shop Survey Self-Inspection Checklist
UW shops use the Shop Survey Self-Inspection Checklist (Word) to conduct safety inspections at least annually to identify hazards and follow up actions.
Shop Safety Plan Template
The Shop Safety Plan Template (WORD) is intended to help departments develop a written program for their shop space or spaces.
The completed document may be retained in paper format or electronically but it must be available for reference at the shop location(s). This plan and referenced material should be reviewed and updated annually.
Shop and Maker Space Safety
Shop and maker space safety is a critical part of an accident prevention program. Employees, students and visitors may be exposed to hazardous machinery, physical hazards, hazardous materials or procedures that could result in injury.
Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the practice of fitting the job to the individual, which can help prevent work-related musculoskeletal injuries. Examples of musculoskeletal injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and low back pain.
The goal of the Ergonomics Program is to help University departments/units and personnel identify risk factors that can contribute to the development of work-related musculoskeletal injuries and determine solutions to eliminate or reduce these risk factors.
EH&S Organization Charts
View the organization chart showing all staff and by functional sections and programs within the EH&S department.