This month's Safety Star recognizes Randi Famula for her outstanding contributions to research safety and regulatory compliance. Through her leadership and collaborative approach, she helps foster a safe and successful research community at UC Davis.
Long before she led emergency preparedness, managed risk or helped guide the university through the COVID-19 pandemic, Gaby was a UC Davis student with a clipboard standing at the corner of Hutchison Drive and California Avenue counting cyclists wearing helmets as part of a campus safety survey.
After more than 25 years in environmental health and safety, Tarran Richardson retires from UC Davis with a legacy of dedication, expertise, and impact. From supporting critical operations at the Medical Center Blood Bank to shaping campuswide safety programs, his work strengthened laboratory and workplace safety while leaving a lasting impression on colleagues and the broader campus community.
Safety Services has achieved a remarkable 99% compliance rate with this Cal/OSHA requirement, after redesigning the annual IIPP process to be more efficient and user-friendly.
Fume hoods are essential for maintaining a safe research environment. When they are temporarily shut down for maintenance or testing, they no longer provide protection and all work involving hazardous materials must stop.
From bike safety and maximum allowable quantities to personal safety and food safety, each week highlights practical ways to reduce risk and build a safer community through engaging events, expert guidance and helpful tools.
Beginning in May 2026, all UC Davis vehicles — both Department-Controlled Vehicles (DCVs) and Fleet-leased vehicles — must be inspected annually by Fleet Services.
UC Davis added a new electric box truck to support campus logistics, funded by the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District. The truck replaces a gas-powered vehicle, helping reduce emissions, lower campus vehicle traffic, and support sustainability efforts like the Last Mile Initiative.
The TRACS Supervisor Team earned the Safety Star Award for demonstrating outstanding leadership and dedication to workplace safety. Their willingness to take on additional responsibilities helped strengthen safety practices and support their department.
While it is tempting to reuse manufacturer containers once you have depleted the hazardous material inside, it is important to understand and follow proper regulatory requirements for managing your “empty” containers.
