Avian Influenza Outbreaks Advisory
A strain of avian influenza virus (H5N1) has been detected in wild birds and domestic poultry in many parts of the U.S. and in Washington state.
Advisory Committee on Communicable Diseases
The University of Washington’s Advisory Committee on Communicable Diseases (ACCD) is an interdisciplinary group of subject matter experts and operational leaders that conducts the following activities to reduce the risk of, prepare for, and address the University’s needs related to communicable disease outbreaks:
Stay safe during the holiday season
December 14, 2022
Take precautions to keep yourself and others safe this holiday season.
Stay healthy
Stay up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, get your flu shot, and get tested for COVID-19 prior to holiday gatherings. If you test positive, follow the UW COVID-19 Public Health Flowchart.
Decorate safely
Prevent falls while decorating and house fires by taking these precautions:
EH&S Annual Report FY22
The EH&S Annual Report FY22 summarizes the work and accomplishments of the Environmental Health & Safety Department during fiscal year 2022.
Food safety tips for the holidays
November 16, 2022
Foodborne illnesses can occur when foods are not cooked or handled properly. A recent USDA study highlighted food safety mistakes individuals commonly make during food preparation, including:
U-Wide Health and Safety Committee Meeting Minutes: October 2022
U-Wide Health and Safety Committee Meeting Minutes: September 2022
Required workplace poster update
November 9, 2022
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) recently updated their Job Safety and Health Law poster; a required workplace poster that informs personnel of their rights and responsibilities to a safe and healthy workplace. The updated poster reflects rule changes that increase worker protection from discrimination when filing a complaint.
EH&S STAFF RESOURCES
The sections below contain administrative tools and resources for EH&S staff.
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Walk safely on wet, icy and slippery surfaces
November 8, 2022
Visit the UW Alert Blog and Snow Removal Progress Map (as appropriate) to check conditions before arriving on the Seattle campus.