Safety and Risk Services Resource Hub

Welcome to the Safety & Risk Services Resource Hub. The Safety & Risk Services team provides trainings, videos, maps, and other resources to raise awareness, increase resilience, and improve safety at the University of Oregon. 

Below you will find information on occupational health and safety topics, lab safety, risk management, emergency preparedness, and personal safety.

Request a Training

Requests for training for departments, schools, colleges, or student groups are welcome. The team supports university activities and all efforts are made to accommodate training needs and requests. Types of trainings which can be requested are Emergency Preparedness, De-Escalation, Active Threat, and Personal Safety. 

Request a Safety Training

UO students, faculty, staff, and departments can also request a risk consultation or training session related to insurance and risk management. 

Request a Risk Management Consultation

Learn about additional trainings related to Lab Safety, Occupational Safety, or Risk Management. 


Upcoming Trainings

UOPD

Led by UOPD, each drop-in session includes 90 minute self defense followed by 60 minute pepper spray class. Participants can attend either or both classes. 

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Self Defense Class

Free for all UO students, staff, and faculty. 

Class Location: Fenton Hall, 119

November 3
7:30 - 9:00 PM
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Pepper Spray Class

Free for all UO students, staff, and faculty. 

Class Location: Fenton Hall, 119

November 3
9:00 - 10:00 PM

Occupational Health and Safety 

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Ladder Safety

University employees use many different types of ladders to conduct their work.  This course covers the set-up, safe use and inspection of many different types of ladders: fixed ladders, extension ladders, step ladders and orchard ladders.

November 10
8:00 - 9:00 AM
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Fall Protection Gear Demo

Hazardous energy is all around us and takes many forms in our daily lives.  If you move into the path of hazardous energy, you could be injured.  These types of injuries are known as Line-of-Fire injuries.  

 

November 10
8:00 - 9:00 AM

Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste

Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management and Fire Protection in Labs trainings are required for anyone working in, volunteering in, or using a UO laboratory. These courses are open to UO employees, students, volunteers, visiting scholars, Innovation Center tenants, and anyone else using UO lab facilities.

Anyone unable to access MyTrack or attend an in-person Lab Safety training if offered, should reach out to EHS for an alternative format.

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Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management Refresher

This one-hour in-person refresher training is required annually.

November 13
9:00 - 10:00 AM
November 23
10:00 - 11:00 AM
December 10
1:00 - 2:00 PM
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Initial Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management

This two-hour in-person course is taught by EHS staff and should be taken prior to beginning lab work, or as soon as possible after joining a lab.

November 19
10:00 - 12:00 PM
December 3
1:00 - 3:00 PM
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Fire Protection in Labs

This online training covers lab fire protection systems, fire extinguishers, fire safety best practices, and expectations for response should a fire occur. 


Featured Safety Sheets

Safety & Risk Services has developed a series of safety sheets to provide UO employees with information on specific hazards, environmental health issues, and best practices. Find an A-Z list of downloadable safety sheets in English or Spanish. 

Visit Safety Sheet Library

Space Heaters
Individuals have different preferences in optimal working temperatures and may feel the need to adjust the temperature range in their respective work areas. In these instances, employee should follow the protocol described below before taking any action to install portable heating devices
Portable Jump Boxes
Portable jump boxes (or portable jump starters) are compact battery packs used to jump start vehicle batteries without needing another vehicle. There are risks while using jump boxes and hazards associated with vehicle batteries. 
Step Ladders
Step ladders are one of the most widely used tools. Choosing the right kind of ladder for your task is crucial for safety. Falls from improper ladder use are extremely common and can lead to serious injury. 
Extension Ladders
Extension ladders are a useful tool for exterior high-reach tasks or access to elevated surfaces. They can be very dangerous when improperly used. Choosing the right kind of ladder for your task and following proper set-up procedures is crucial for reducing risk of injury. 

Safety Maps

Visit the campus map to navigate campus and view additional safety maps. 

This map highlights accessible routes, parking, and elevator locations across campus.

The Fire Safety map displays fire safety assets and building evacuation maps across campus.

This public app highlights where golf carts and utility vehicles are allowed and not approved to drive on campus. Routes with heavy bicycle or pedestrian traffic are also indicated.

The Safety at Night Map identifies safety corridors across campus and emergency call box locations. You can help make campus safer by using this map to share night safety hazards.

Preparedness Videos

Oregon ShakeOut: Duck, Cover, and Hold On
The Oregon Duck prepares for an earthquake.
What To Do When There's An Immediate Threat
UO Active Threat training video covers the Run-Hide-Fight method. 
UO Lighted Pathways
The UO app highlights lit pathways on campus.