Holiday Festivities and Decorations FOOD If departmental celebrations include food, please consult the campus food safety guide (here) as you plan your menus. Please don’t schedule or allow potluck meals on campus. TREES Natural cut trees are not permitted by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Artificial trees are permitted in areas that do not block […]
Read MoreAn unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness or damage—but had the potential to do so.
Read MoreVolunteers needed for this year’s event, which will be held on Oct. 9 beginning around 6:45 p.m.
Read MoreEmergency Response Guides The University of Utah’s Emergency Response Guide provides information on what to do and who to contact in the event of an emergency. These emergency guides are required to be accessible to everyone and are intended to be discussed and reviewed by all workgroups and departments for relevant information to their work […]
Read MoreWalk After Dark Every year Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety partners with ASUU and Facility Operations to conduct a survey of lighting across campus. This annual event is known as the Walk After Dark. During this event, groups of individuals from various organizations walk every sidewalk on campus to survey lighting levels, both actual […]
Read Moretraining records for employees Supervisors, principal investigators and managers are required to ensure proper documentation of an employee’s training. Records must be kept on file for specific time periods as defined by relevant regulations. Training records include the following: Name and description of the training Date/time of the training Location of the training Name of the […]
Read MoreLift Safely The University of Utah’s goal is to eliminate injuries caused by improper and poor lifting practices. To prevent strains, dislocations and muscle tears. When lifting, make sure you: Stretch and warm up before you perform any lifting Keep your back straight and bend your knees – remember to never twist or bend your […]
Read MorePedestrian Crosswalk Safety With the fall semester starting, the campus will again be busy with students, faculty and staff trying to get to where they need to be; stay alert and safe, especially when using or driving through crosswalks. For pedestrians: Always cross at marked crosswalks. They are designed and put in for your safety. […]
Read MoreOn-the-Job Injury Reporting Supervisors play a critical role in reporting on the job injuries. They should report injuries as soon as possible after the injury. Human Resources Absence Management coordinates worker compensation issues. In certain circumstances, Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety is required to notify Utah Occupational Safety and Health of workplace injuries. Circumstances […]
Read MorePreventing Heat Illness for Supervisors Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is unable to cool itself efficiently after exposure to heat stressors. As a supervisor, providing information for employees to minimize heat illness is key during hot days. If employees work outdoors or are exposed to the heat for extended periods, have them follow the […]
Read MoreLIFT SAFELY Proper lifting practices can help prevent injuries such as strains, dislocations and muscle tears. When lifting, make sure you: Stretch and warm up before you perform any lifting Keep your back straight and bend your knees–remember to never twist or bend your back Are on solid ground with your feet shoulder-width apart Keep […]
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