Occupational Safety
The university has developed environmental and occupational health and safety workplace policies and programs for the safety of the GW community.
Download the Contractor Safety Manual (PDF)
Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
Automated external defibrillators (AED) are installed in highly trafficked buildings on our Foggy Bottom, Mount Vernon and Virginia campuses to provide that immediate care is available to victims of sudden cardiac arrest. For more information on AED and CPR training, contact [email protected].
Ergonomics
The goal of the university ergonomics program is to reduce or eliminate hazards that contribute to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). The program involves all employees whose job duties expose them to ergonomic risk factors. For more information, contact [email protected].
3D Printer Safety
GW developed the 3D Printer Policy and Guidelines to establish parameters for the safe use of 3D printers in GW facilities.
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to create a protective barrier between the worker and the hazards in the workplace. PPE includes such equipment as gloves, safety shoes, protective clothing and safety glasses. Personal protective equipment is not a replacement for good engineering controls, administrative controls or work practices. Rather, PPE should be used in conjunction with these controls to ensure the health and safety of employees.
Bloodborne Pathogens
EHS provides annual training on Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) for members of the University who may be exposed to BBPs. For more detail on exposure control and response, visit the Biosafety Control & Exposure Manual (PDF).
Student Driver Safety
If you will be operating a university-owned, leased or rented vehicle or drive a personal vehicle on behalf of the university please contact Risk Management at: 202-994-3265 or email [email protected]