NIOSH Engineering Controls Core and Specialty Programs seek to protect workers by engineering interventions that can be used to eliminate or more safely work around hazards. Find recently developed engineering controls on the #ScienceBlog. go.usa.gov/xEUzV #EngineersWeek

Storm system moving in Tuesday with moderate to heavy snow possible Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

UNL classes and offices will be closed Wednesday, February 20, 2019. See unl.edu for details.

Important thread about a chemical solvent exposure injury. Needle safety and sharps precautions are important topics for all labs and researchers to consider. #safetyfirst #chemicals #chemicalinjuries

Nonpoint Source pollution generally results from land runoff, precipitation, atmospheric deposition, drainage, or seepage. Rainfall or snowmelt moves over and through the ground. As the runoff moves, it picks up and carries away natural and human-made pollutants. More U.S. EPA

Stormwater runoff finally deposits Nonpoint Source (NPS) pollution into lakes, rivers, wetlands, coastal waters and ground waters. Basic Information about Nonpoint Source (NPS) Pollution epa.gov/nps/basic-info… via U.S. EPA

Do your part and reduce water usage in Lincoln. #NebraskaStrong #LNK

Good Housekeeping=Safe Science! Are you doing your part to keep your lab clean and safe? Check out this new EHS Safety Poster and Safe Operating Procedure for tips and guidance! 🧹👩‍🔬👨‍🔬🧪 #safety #labhousekeeping ehs.unl.edu/sop/s-lab_hous…

Check out our new Biosafety resource videos on biosafety cabinet operations and autoclave use! 🎦 ehs.unl.edu/video-resources #BSC #autoclave #UNLEHS Contact us if you would like to schedule a training session for your lab on these topics.

Cold and flu season will be here before we know it. Personal hygiene is the best way to stay healthy this fall and winter! #washyourhands

Don't let spooky bacteria get in the way of fall fun! Wash your hands thoroughly after adventuring in hay mazes, petting zoos and even apple picking. #biosafety #biosecurity #applepicking #safefun

#DYK that simple biosafety practices in the lab can save your life? By removing food and drink from the lab and using PPE you can keep yourself and your fellow lab technicians safe. Learn more at absa.org

Know what chemicals you are working with how to protect yourself from exposures.

With so much information circulating around Novel Coronavirus, following reliable research and up-to-date information from organizations such as WHO is important. Stay informed: who.int/emergencies/di…

Want to know more about the novel (new) #coronavirus (2019-nCoV)? Watch this series of videos for answers to frequently asked questions about #2019nCoV. bit.ly/nCoV-Playlist

Travel safe Huskers.

While CDC considers #COVID19 a serious situation and is taking preparedness measures, the immediate risk in the U.S. is considered low. Everyone should always take simple daily precautions to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. bit.ly/37Ay6Cm #coronavirus

Reports of community spread of #COVID19 in California, Oregon & Washington raise concern about the immediate threat for COVID-19 for certain communities in the US. However, most people in the U.S. have little immediate risk of exposure to the virus. bit.ly/32ANNYD

When to use mask 😷 • If you are healthy, you only need to wear a mask if you are taking care of a person with suspected #coronavirus infection. • Wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing More bit.ly/2TcBG0Q #COVID19

It's Biosafety and Biosecurity Month! ☣️The UNL EHS Biosafety Team wants to remind you to Remember Your "P's" Follow these Practices and wear Proper PPE to keep yourself and your lab mates safe. 🧤🥽👩‍🔬😷#biosafety_biosecuritymonth #biosafety2020 #Biosafetystartswithyou