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Environmental Health and Safety
 

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Environmental Health & Safety

Environmental Health and Safety
1108 West Sixth St.
P.O. Box 442030
Moscow, ID 83844-2030
Phone: (208) 885-6524
Fax: (208) 885-5969
Email

Public Safety & Security

Public Safety and Security
875 Perimeter Dr.
PO Box 442281
Moscow, ID 83844-2281
Phone: (208) 885-7074
Fax: (208) 885-7001

Emergency Management

Emergency Management
875 Perimeter Dr.
PO Box 442281
Moscow, ID 83844-2281
Phone: (208) 885-2254
Fax: (208) 885-7001
Email

Active in Emergencies
(208) 885-1010

Risk Management & Insurance

Risk Management & Insurance
875 Perimeter Dr MS 3162
Moscow, ID 83844-3162 
Phone: (208) 885-7177
Fax: (208) 885-9490
Email

Active in Emergencies
(208) 885-1010

Security Services

Security Services
875 Perimeter Drive
PO Box 442281
Moscow, ID 83844-2281
Phone: (208) 885-7054
Fax: (208) 885-7001
Email

Safety Tips

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Basic Safety Rules
Worker safety is dependent on worker behavior and human factors.
Ten safety rules have been developed by leaders in occupational accident prevention.
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Use the Right Type of Eye and Face Protection
Know the Hazards, Know the Equipment
The type of eye and face protection you select for your employees to use is based on an assessment of the job's hazards.
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Extension cords are for temporary use only!
Only UL listed, circuit protected power strips are approved for long-term use.
For additional information on extension cords and power strips.
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Eye Strain
Suffering from tired or dry eyes after spending time on your computer?
Follow these tips to reduce pains and strains.
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Protect your feet!
Always wear closed-toed, non-fabric footwear while working in laboratories.
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Fill Gas Cans Safely
Guidelines to minimizing the risk of fire and explosions.
ALWAYS remove gasoline containers from vehicles and place them on the ground at a safe distance from the vehicle before filling them...
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Heat Induced Illness Prevention
Know the symptoms
Summer is (finally!) upon us. Heat-induced illnesses can cause symptoms ranging from fatigue and discomfort to death if left untreated. To keep your cool and avoid problems...
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Shelf Installation Safety
A recent “near-miss” incident involving a wall-mounted shelving system prompted this safety tip.
Although no one was hurt, similar incidents have been reported in past years where occupants were not so fortunate.
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Woman Slipping and Falling
Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls
Slips, trips and falls are a major cause of serious injury to the university’s faculty, staff and students.
Winter weather makes it even more challenging to get from point A to point B safely, so here are some suggestions for improving the odds of arriving at your destination without a mishap.
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