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This schedule may change. Pre-registration using UWNetID is required for all non-online classes
so that registrants can be informed of any schedule or location changes.
Classes are generally restricted to University staff, faculty and students.
NOTE: The University of Washington has its own Certificate Authority, known as the UW Services Certificate Authority ("UW Services CA" for short), which issues digital certificates for UW services, including EH&S classes.
By installing the UW Services CA certificate in your browser, you will be able to use secure UW Web sites with certificates issued by the UW Services CA without warning messages. More information and installation instructions may be found at http://www.washington.edu/computing/ca/
"The University of Washington is committed to providing access,
equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs,
activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.
To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services
Office at least ten days in advance at: 206-543-6450/V, 206-543-6452/TTY,
206-685-7264 (FAX), or dso@u.washington.edu."
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See Biosafety-General Training
Asbestos General Awareness training is required for all University of Washington employees,
except for those employees who must attend the 2-hour Asbestos Worker Awareness class. This class
provides a 30 minute classroom session of what asbestos is, where it can be found on campus, and what
you should do if you encounter damaged building materials that could contain asbestos. You may take
the short
Online General Asbestos Awareness Training. This course satisfies
the regulatory requirement for every UW employee to receive annual refresher training in general asbestos
awareness. It is interchangeable with the classroom session."
- AUG 26, 9:15 - 9:45 am, T-635 Health Sciences Center
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
Any employee who frequently lifts over 20 pounds as part of the job is required to have this
training. It covers how to reduce the risk of back problems through increased fitness, proper
lifting techniques, and improved body mechanics. the class meets state requirements for lifting training.
- AUG 18, 8:45 - 10:15 am, Miller Hall 316
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
This class is strongly recommended for Principal Investigators and their
staff who are working with infectious agents and recombinant DNA. It covers
the review and approval process for biological agents at the University of
Washington and the requirements governing their use (e.g. facilities, equipment,
practices).
- JUL 14, 8:45 - 10:15 am, T-625 Health Sciences Center
- AUG 11, 10:15 - 11:45 am, T-747 Health Sciences Center
- SEP 29, 1:00 - 2:30 pm, Physics-Astronomy A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
Annual training is required for personnel working with human
blood, blood by-products or human tissue. This class covers requirements
of the Washington Administrative Code 296-823 Bloodborne Pathogens and review of
epidemiology and the exposure control plan. Note, late arrivals will not be admitted.
This class must be renewed annually
- JUL 22, 11:30 - 12:50 pm, K-069 Health Sciences Center
- AUG 13, 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Harborview Research and Training Bldg Rooms 117 and 121
- SEPT 28, 1:00 - 2:30 pm, Physics/Astronomy A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to
register by phone.
Initial and annual training is required for personnel working with human
blood, blood by-products or human tissue. This class covers requirements
of the Washington Administrative Code 296-823 Bloodborne Pathogen and review of
epidemiology and the exposure control plan. Note, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Renewal course required next year.
- JUL 22, 11:15 - 12:50 pm, K-069 Health Sciences Center
- AUG 13, 1:45 - 3:30 pm, Harborview Research and Training Bldg Rooms 117 and 121
- SEPT 28, 1:00 - 2:30 pm, Physics/Astronomy A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to
register by phone.
This class covers the practical, safe handling and use of cylinders containing
hazardous, toxic, and/or flammable compressed gases; of cryogenic gasses;
and of pressure systems.
Register online or call 206.543.7201
to register by phone.
For beginners as well as those who wish to renew their CPR certification. Identify
when CPR is necessary, how to administer CPR, the ABC's of emergency care, and
practice on the CPR mannequin. Provided as a community service by the Seattle
Fire Department Medic II; this two-hour training is FREE. (Certification is
good for two years.)
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register by phone.
More info on CPR: http://depts.washington.edu/learncpr/
As an alternative to hands on trainings, the University of Washington School of Medicine provides on-line
training as a public service via
http://depts.washington.edu/learncpr/
CPR courses we do not offer
This class is presented on request (dependant upon size of class) by the
Department of Emergency Management.
It includes a review of geological activity in the Pacific Northwest with tips
on how to prepare for an earthquake and reduce risk of personal injury and property damage
both at home and at work.
NOTE: April 22nd 9:45 am is the Statewide DROP-COVER-HOLD drill. This is a great class
to prepare for the drill is presented by Siri-Elizabeth McLean of the UW Emergency
Management Office.
- AUG 12, 8:45 - 10:45 am, Thomson 211
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
This training covers the duties of the evacuation warden before, during
and after emergencies; how the building alarm system and emergency
response systems work; and how and when to evacuate.
Class schedule to be announced.
Required for any employee who uses ladders and/or any employee exposed to a fall hazard
of 10 feet or more.
- JUL 7, 10:15-11:45 am, 301B Hall Health Center
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
A health and safety course for field researchers and those who collect animals.
Includes food and drinking water safety, rabies, hantavirus, bubonic plague and fleas, Lyme disease
and other tickborne diseases, waterborne disease hazards, West Nile virus, toxic plants, dangerous
animals, venomous insects, field hygiene, etc.
- SEP 29, 2:45-4:45 pm, Physics-Astronomy A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
Any employee who is expected to use a fire extinguisher in the event
of an emergency is required to have this training. Fire prevention, emergency
and evacuation procedures, hands-on fire extinguisher training.
Annual refresher training is required.
- AUG 6, 8:30 - 10:30 am, Thomson Hall 211
- SEPT 28, 10:30 - 12:00 Noon, Physics/Astronomy A-102
- SEPT 29, 10:30 - 12:00 Noon, Physics/Astronomy A-102
Register online or call
206.543.7201 to register by phone.
First Aid and CPR certification are offered through a course presented by E.M.T.A., an
association of emergency medical care providers and trainers. Completion of the course
provides a State Department of Labor and Industries approved certificate that is valid for
two years. Heart attacks, fractures, respiratory failure, CPR, environmental emergencies
(heat stroke, hypothermia, bites and stings, etc.), shock, scene management, and the Good
Samaritan law are discussed. Training is $44 per person: budget number or check must be in
our office before the training begins. No refunds without 48 hours notice of cancellation.
This training is required for crews that work in the field.
- AUG 6, 8:00 - 5:00 pm, T-531(am portion) and T-747(pm portion) Health Sciences Center
- SEPT 15 and 16, 8:00 - 11:50 am, T-635 Health Sciences Center
Register online or call
206.543.7201 to register by phone.
All University employees who operate forklifts must be trained and certified (WAC
296-863-600). This course covers maintenance, inspection, and safe operation of powered
industrial trucks. It is an operator safety course. Attendees must already have training
and experience in driving a forklift. A written test and a driving test must be
successfully completed to receive an operator's license. A budget number is needed for the $24 text book.
The individual driving tests will be scheduled separately.
- JUN 9, 8:30 - 11:30 am, 348/350 South Campus Center
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to
register by phone.
Employees working for departments that own forklifts (material handling
equipment) and who have been coaching/training new operators so that they
can pass the operator safety class can be certified as evaluators. Evaluators
can renew forklift driver certification by observing/critiquing their driving
skills. A written test and a driving test must be successfully completed to
receive Forklift Evaluator certification. There is a $24.00 supply fee.
Refresher training is required every three years.
The individual driving tests will be scheduled separately.
- JUN 9, 8:30 - 12:30 pm, 348/350 South Campus Center
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to
register by phone.
UW Hazard Communication training is required for all employees. This course
is for trainers who conduct HazCom training for their non-laboratory
departments. The class covers an overview of the Employer Chemical Hazard
Communication Standard (WAC 296-800-170), how to read and interpret MSDSs,
labeling, and how to prepare and present your own training.
There are no open enrollment classes scheduled this quarter. Please email
ehstrain@u.washington.edu or call 206.543.7201 for more information.
This training is a general introduction to UW and WA State laboratory regulations
and safety practices. Includes laboratory safety, fire extinguisher training,
managing hazardous chemicals, biosafety training, field research health hazards and more! For more
information, see the Laboratory Safety Seminar brochure (pdf)
- Sept 28 and 29th, 8:00 am - 4:45 pm, Physics and Astronomy Building A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
This training is for supervisors, PIs, and others responsible for laboratory safety compliance.
It covers how to comply with the requirements of the standard, how to complete the Chemical Hygiene Plan (found in the
UW Laboratory Safety Manual), Hazardous Communication for laboratory workers, and conducting and keeping records of staff
training
- JUL 30, 1:15 - 3:15 pm, BB-1602 Health Sciences Center
- SEPT 9, 1:15 - 3:15 pm, BB-1602 Health Sciences Center
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
A required course for all employees who work on electrical or mechanical
equipment that could unexpectedly start up, causing injury or release
hazardous energy. This equipment must be locked out before work can
begin. The class covers lockout procedures, documentation, and special
procedures such as when locks can't be used or must be removed.
There are no open enrollment classes scheduled this quarter. Please call 206.543.7201
or email: ehstrain@u.washington.edu for more information.
This class discusses chemical hazards and outlines personal protection,
chemical storage, MSDSs, chemical disposal, and accident prevention and
response in the laboratory. It also highlights EH&S resources for laboratory
staff. This course partially fulfills state training requirements for
laboratory staff who work with chemicals. It is strongly recommended for all
new employees, and it can be taken at any time as refresher training.
Supervisors, PIs, and others responsible for laboratory safety are also required to attend the Laboratory
Safety Standard Compliance training.
Individuals who ship hazardous materials (such as
chemicals, compressed gasses, and infectious substances) are
required to attend the course in Shipping and Transporting
Hazardous Materials.
- JUL 21, 8:45 - 10:45 am, T-531 Health Sciences Center
- AUG 26, 8:45 - 10:45 am, T-531 Health Sciences Center
- SEPT 28, 2:45 - 4:45 pm, Physics/Astronomy A-102
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register by phone.
The MyChem chemical inventory and MSDS database replaces the Laboratory Safety
System (LSS) course. This hands-on computer class teaches you how to access this web
database, maintain chemical inventories, view and print the Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDSs), and locate surplus chemicals in the campus chemical exchange. A UWNetID and
MyChem Access Account are required for the class. The online registration form includes
data fields for both the class registration and the account application.
- AUG 17, 1:00 - 2:00 pm, Mary Gates Hall 066
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
There are no open enrollment classes scheduled this quarter. Please call 206.543.7201
or email: ehstrain@u.washington.edu
for more information.
This course is a series of four online modules and one classroom session, covering radiation
physics, biological effects of ionizing radiation, lab protection procedures,
and rules and regulations. The modules and in-person training and exam
are required for all new UW radiation workers. Contact
radsaf@u.washington.edu
or 206.543.0463 for information. On the web at:
http://www.ehs.washington.edu/rsotrain/radclass.shtm
Check the radiation training schedule for class times and more information.
This class is for University scientific divers only.
There are no open enrollment classes scheduled this quarter. Please call 206.543.7201 or
email: ehstrain@u.washington.edu for more information.
Employees who need to wear respirators on the job are required to attend this training prior to using respirators.
It covers the selection, care, maintenance, and proper procedures for use. Individual fit-testing is performed after
training (typically the same day). The Respirator Request Form and Respirator Medical Evaluation are required prior to training and
fit-testing. Please vist the Respiratory Protection
webpage for more information and to download the Respirator Request Form, which is the first step.
For more information call 206.543.7388 or email
uwcho@u.washington.edu.
A required course for those who use and set up scaffolding. Covers the nature of scaffold
hazards; correct procedures for protection from the hazards; proper use of scaffolds; design
criteria and maximum load capacities of scaffolds; requirements of Washington Administrative Codes (WAC);
and also for scaffold erectors, correct procdures for erecting, dissembling different types of
scaffolds.
There are no open enrollment classes scheduled this quarter. Please call
206.543.7201 or email: ehstrain@u.washington.edu
for more information.
Shippers and transporters of hazardous materials or infectious substances are required to have this training. It meets the
Department of Transportation (DOT) and International Air Transportation (IATA) requirements for packaging and labeling, terminology, and preparation of documentation.
A refresher is required every two years. Call 206.616.5835 for directions.
- AUG 4, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, T-473 Health Sciences Center
- SEPT 23, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, Harborview Hall Auditorium A
Register online or call 206.543.7201 to register
by phone.
NOTE: The University of Washington has its own Certificate Authority, known
as the UW Services Certificate Authority ("UW Services CA" for short), which issues
digital certificates for UW services, including EH&S classes.
By installing the UW Services CA certificate in your browser, you will be able to
use secure UW Web sites with certificates issued by the UW Services CA without warning
messages. More information and installation instructions may be found at
http://www.washington.edu/computing/ca/
The following classes are scheduled as needed or upon request:
- BSL-3 Training
- Bloodborne Pathogen for Non-Lab Workers
- Confined Space Safety
- Hearing Conservation
- Lead Safety
- Lifting Safety
- Pallet Jack and Narrow Aisle Lifters
- PCB Vault Entry
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Shop Safety and Machine Guarding
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