Mission: Safety & Risk Management is dedicated to provide the students, faculty, staff, and visitors at UW-Stout with a safe, healthy, and functional environment for learning and living. Our main goal is to provide and maintain an environment that will enhance and support the mission and academic goals of the University. Exceptional service is an essential component and goal of all departmental undertakings.
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Holiday Decorations
In all state owned buildings and for departments housed in leased property the following safety precautions regarding Christmas Decorations must be followed:
Christmas Trees
NO natural Christmas Trees or wreaths will be allowed in state owned buildings.
- Artificial trees and wreaths must be made flame proof fire retardant materials.
Tree Lights
Use only Underwriter laboratory approved lighting equipment.
- Check lamp and extension cords for condition before lighting trees.
- Lights should be turned on, only when someone is on duty, who can see the tree at all times.
- Turn tree lights off by removing the wall plug.
- Do not use lights on aluminum trees.
- Use the correct size extension cord and do not overload.
Decorations
Base covers of cotton or fabric must be flame proofed or of flame proof materials. If decorating doors, use only foil papers instead of paper gift wrap or other material.
Use only non-combustible ornaments and decorations.
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Organizational Structure: Safety and Risk Management is part of the Health and Safety Unit at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. James Uhlir, is the Executive Director. His office is located in the University Services Building, Room 130 and can be reached at 715/232-2188.
University Student Health, University Police and Parking are also a part of this Unit.
Organizational Chart for Safety & Risk Management
Safety & Risk Management - Contact Information
Dean A. Sankey - Director of Safety and Risk Management
817 South Broadway
University Services Bldg., Room 130
Phone: 715/232-2258
Sheila Forrest-DeSmith - - Risk Management Specialist
817 South Broadway
University Services Bldg. Room 130
Phone: 715/232-1793