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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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.

December 10
8:00 - 9:00 AM
December 19
1:00 - 2:00 PM
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Hazard Communication and Globally Harmonized System

This training on GHS (Globally Harmonized System) addresses the importance of a standardized system in the workplace for communicating hazard information on all chemicals. 

December 10
9:00 - 10:00 AM
December 17
1:00 - 2:00pm

Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste

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Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management Refresher

 

December 9
3:00 - 4:00pm
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Lab Safety and Hazardous Waste Management

 

December 13
Noon - 2:00 PM

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

Shoveling
Shoveling is a task that can lead to awkward and uncomfortable body positions. Proper techniques are essential to protecting your body from injury. 
Severe Weather - Ice and Snow
Procedures and tips for staying safe on campus during heavy snow and ice events.  
Cold Stress
Cold stress can be an occupational hazard, especially for those working outside. Colder temperatures, wind chill, damp air, and cold water are all risk factors for developing cold stress. 
Cleaners and Disinfectants
Cleaners, disinfectants, and sanitizers all play an important role in preventing infectious diseases such as the common cold, influenza, tuberculosis and corona virus. 

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