INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONCERN For strange or unusual odors that are not extremely strong or acutely irritating, complete the indoor environmental quality concern form at oehs.utah.edu/odor. For extremely strong or acutely irritating odors that are causing symptoms such as burning, watering eyes, running nose, coughing, etc. leave the area and immediately contact Occupational and Environmental Health […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]By Martin Dietze-Hermosa, CSCS, USAW, PES, FMS, graduate teaching assistant, University of Utah, martin.hermosa@utah.edu RESISTANCE TRAINING AND TYPE 2 DIABETES According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) the number of Americans with diabetes in 2012 was 29.1 million people, which represents 9.3 percent of the total population. In that same year the ADA […]
Read MoreINCIDENT AND NEAR-MISS REPORTING Timely reporting of incidents such as injuries is critical. Regulatory bodies have reporting requirements that can result in citations and penalties if not followed. Tracking of near misses can help identify problem areas before an injury occurs. OSHA defines a near miss as an, “unplanned event that did not result in […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] GROCERY SHOPPING FOR SUCCESS Grocery shopping can be many things. To some, it is an exciting adventure — discovering new foods, gathering ingredients for innovative recipes and restocking the pantry. For others, grocery shopping can be a hassle, tough on the budget or downright intimidating. If you fall into the second category, […]
Read MoreRADIATION SAFETY OFFICE It doesn’t happen all that often, but departments on campus change their names. The Radiological Health Department (RHD) is changing its name to the Radiation Safety Office (RSO). Although the name is changing, the mission remains the same: Overseeing all aspects of the radiation protection program at the University of Utah in […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] DIET BOOK REVIEW: THE WHOLE30 January is traditionally the time of year when many Americans restructure their eating habits, planning to lose weight and keep it off for good. With all the focus on weight in our society, it isn’t surprising that millions of people attempt weight-loss with whatever new and trendy […]
Read MoreCHEMICAL HYGIENE TRAINING All individuals who work with flammable, corrosive, toxic, oxidizing, air or water reactive chemicals in the research laboratory are required by OSHA Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Standard (29 CFR 1910.1450) to complete Chemical Hygiene Training on an annual basis. Participants will gain an understanding of the key laboratory safety practices and procedures […]
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] free introduction to mindfulness sessions In celebration of National Meditation Month, please join us in exploring and experiencing what mindfulness has to offer. The University of Utah Health Office of Wellness & Integrative Health, the Resiliency Center and the GME Wellness Program are kicking off a series of FREE, introductory mindfulness sessions […]
Read MoreTOOLS AND SHOP SAFETY When working with any type of tool, be it hand held or power, employees must understand how to properly and safely operate it. At the university, supervisors must have evidence of employee training on the proper use of each piece of equipment. This is true for any existing or new tool […]
Read MoreBlockU program takes students from campus to community for hands-on experiences.
Read More[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] PROTEIN MYTHS AND FACTS Myth: More protein = more muscle Fact: Consuming more protein in your diet isn’t enough (on its own) to build or maintain muscle strength and mass. Consistent strength training is necessary for building lean muscle mass. Lifting heavier and heavier weights and other resistance exercises will help your […]
Read MoreWORLD HAND HYGIENE DAY: MAY 5, 2017 Practicing hand hygiene is a simple yet effective way to prevent infections. Cleaning your hands can prevent the spread of germs, including those that are resistant to antibiotics. On any given day, about one in 25 hospital patients has at least one healthcare-associated infection. It is also critical […]
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