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Orange County rescinds Do Not Use order for water

February 4, 2017

The Orange County Health Department and Orange Water And Sewer Authority (OWASA) said Saturday afternoon that OWASA water is safe for drinking and other uses, but customers should limit use to essential purposes because water supplies remain below normal levels.

Categories: Water Safety News


OWASA asks customers to limit water use to essential purposes

February 3, 2017

OWASA expects to continue to receive water from the City of Durham for a few days due to an incident at its Jones Ferry Road Water Treatment Plant as reported Thursday.

Categories: Water Safety News


Powdered Medical Gloves Alert

February 2, 2017

The FDA has determined that powdered medical gloves pose an unreasonable and substantial risk and therefore has banned their use.

Categories: Medical Safety News


December 2016 Laboratory Safety Winners

January 12, 2017

EHS appreciates the support for safe work environments on campus by the medal winners.

Categories: Laboratory Safety News


November 2016 Laboratory Safety Winners

December 17, 2016

EHS appreciates the support for safe work environments on campus by the medal winners.

Categories: Laboratory Safety News