Heat stress and facemasks
June 22, 2021
Can wearing a facemask while working in hot weather cause me to overheat?
No. A face covering alone will not cause a person to overheat. Studies have shown that filtering facepiece respirators, such as an N95, do not cause additional physiological stress to most wearers and do not contribute to heat stress.
Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan Template
University units can use the Supplemental Accidental Prevention Plan (SAPP) Template (Word) to organize their worksite-specific health and safety information, and address employee protections from site-specific occupational hazards that extend beyond the core Accident Prevention Plan,
The department must annually update their Supplemental Accident Prevention Plan and make it available to all existing and new employees.
Avoid heat illness with water, rest and shade
June 21, 2021
Excessive exposure to heat can cause a range of heat-related illnesses, from less serious heat rash and heat cramps to more serious heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat stroke requires immediate medical attention because it can be deadly, so take precautions while working in the summer heat.
EH&S staff recognized for outstanding service
June 16, 2021
The UW Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S) congratulates EH&S staff who have been recognized for outstanding service and dedication to the UW community through the UW Awards of Excellence.
U-Wide Health & Safety Committee Meeting Minutes: April 2021
Hazardous Material Disposal and Recycling
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Improved training course for working with lab chemicals
May 10, 2021
The Managing Laboratory Chemicals – Online course has been updated to improve accessibility and incorporate adult learning concepts. The updated course replaces the existing HTML course and is similar in content.
Update your building emergency plans
May 5, 2021
As we look forward to a safe return to on-site work and in-person instruction, evacuation directors and building coordinators should review their building emergency plans, including Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans, to ensure that plans integrate COVID-19 face covering and distancing requirements with emergency evacuation procedures.