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

Occupational Health and Safety 

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Hand Injury Prevention

Hands and fingers are among the most injured body parts for UO employees.  This class is designed for employees who use both powered and manual hand tools.  It will cover the hazards associated with these tools, common injuries that occur, primary causes of hand injuries and how to prevent them.    

August 13
8:00 - 9:00 AM
August 19
1:00 - 2:00 PM
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Acceptable Risk

This course explores the different levels of risk we face on the job every day. It examines how to identify risk and delves into what factors go into our decision making process including barriers to making safer choices. We will always have risk of injury with our work, however the goal is to learn how to reduce the risk to acceptable risk levels before conducting the work. 

August 13
9:00 - 10:00 AM
August 26
1:00 - 2:00 Pm

Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste

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Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management Refresher

 

August 6
10:00 - 11:00 am
September 18
1:00 - 2:00 Pm
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Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management

 

 
August 18
1:00 - 3:00 pm
September 16
9:00 - 11:00 am

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

Bite and Sting Safety
What to do in and around campus to avoid common insects including tips for allergies and sensible practices to keep yourself safe. 
CPR and First Aid Training
In-depth training and knowledge is not required to give first aid. However, first aid training is important to give you the tools to best help the injured party and protect yourself from contact with potential bloodborne pathogens in the process. 
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of death in the workplace. These injuries are preventable and often occur due to a loss of traction or grip. Learn about what common behaviors contribute to S/T/F injuries. 
Earthquakes
Learn tips and tricks about what to do before, during, and after an earthquake to be prepared and remain safe. 

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.
Run. Hide. Fight.
CSU Active Shooter Safety Training © 2017 California State University
UO Lighted Pathways
The UO app highlights lit pathways on campus.