EHS

In 1968, EH&S was created by combining several health and safety functions from various departments. In the early days, program emphasis was on radiation safety, environmental safety, environmental sanitation and industrial hygiene... We provide assistance to University units and departments to develop Accident Prevention Plans, Fire Safety & Evacuation Plans and prepare staff for emergency evacuations. We help the campus community with fire department permit applications for campus events and we monitor compliance with the International Fire Code. We track reports of accidents and injuries on campus and work closely with health and safety committees to prevent future incidents... The Radiation Safety section is responsible for maintaining strict regulatory control of radiation producing devices, including approving authorizations for use of radioactive materials. We carefully control the purchase, use and disposal of radioactive materials on UW campuses. In addition, we maintain a..

Also known as: Environmental Health & Safety

Primary location: Seattle United States