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Fire Extinguisher Training The University of Utah provides training for employees on how to properly use an extinguisher in the event of a fire. To register for an upcoming training class, click here.
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING The University of Utah provides training for employees on how to properly use an extinguisher in the event of a fire. To register for an upcoming training classes, click here.
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HAZARD WARNING SIGNAGE FOR LABORATORY SPACE It is essential to have up to date “Hazard Warning” signage for a laboratory space. These signs inform anyone entering into the space, especially first responders, what hazards are present and who to contact for additional information. “Hazard Warning” signs must be reviewed annually and updated when any of […]
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Protecting Yourself from the Cold Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments, like outdoors during winter, may be at risk of cold stress. Extremely cold or wet weather is a dangerous situation that can cause occupational illness and injuries such as hypothermia or frostbite. Protect yourself from cold stress by: […]
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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 […]
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Kidde Issues Fire Extinguisher Recall This message from the University Fire Marshal is to inform university staff, faculty and students of a Kidde fire extinguisher recall. Please know that none of the university provided fire extinguishers are affected by this recall. However; if a personal fire extinguisher was purchased and brought to the university, be […]
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Holiday Festivities and Decorations FOOD If departmental celebrations include food, please consult the campus food safety guide as you plan your menus. Please don’t schedule or allow pot luck 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 exits, […]
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Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan The University of Utah is committed to reducing the risks to individuals who may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. As such, Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety has developed a campus-wide Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan to complement the current facility-specific plans. These plans meet the requirements of the Occupational […]
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Hazard report If you see a condition that might result in a death or injury or damage to property or equipment, report it. To access the online “Hazard Reporting” system click here. To report an emergency requiring immediate action, or a life-threatening safety or hazardous condition, inform your supervisor and or staff and contact OEHS […]
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Evacuation chairs The University of Utah has installed evacuation chairs, which are located throughout campus. Evacuation chairs are fold-up chairs which allow for people with permanent or temporary mobility limitations to be moved down stairs during an emergency. These devices can help faculty, staff, students or first responders quickly move people with mobility limitations down […]
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AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY “Authorized personnel” are people who have been specifically granted permission to enter an area. The University of Utah is designed to create an environment to learn and grow. It is also a place of business where hazardous environments may be encountered. Areas that are meant for authorized personnel are clearly marked with […]
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Flu season can strike a workplace hard Things we can do to minimize the spread of influenza (flu) in our University work places: Take proper care of personal protective equipment, regularly replacing disposable PPE, and properly cleaning and disinfecting reusable equipment. Wash your hands often: use soap under water and rub hands together vigorously for […]
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