Are you having a difficult time purchasing safety equipment on a tight budget? UCLA "Be Smart About Safety" funds can help. Cost-sharing funds are available to support campus projects designed to reduce workers’ compensation costs.

All funding requests are reviewed and approved by the campus Injury Prevention Committee (IPC). Recently-approved projects include:

• Lighter-weight vacuums & mops for custodians
• Automatic floor scrubbers for custodians
• Eyewash stations and safety showers for labs and shops
• Safety guards for shop machinery
• Height-adjustable tables, chairs, keyboard trays and monitor arms
• Hydraulic lifts & pallet jacks
• Slip-resistant shoes for housing and dining workers
• Ergonomic pipettes for lab workers
• Voice recognition software and training

Funds are not available for general operating supplies or personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment required by law.