The Environmental Health & Safety Office (EHSO) is responsible for the administration of programs that promote a safe and healthful environment for the University community. This is accomplished through prudent application of sound environmental and occupational safety and health practices. To find more information about Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Services at 98ÌÃ EHS services, please use the right-hand menu.

The EHSO is guided by the following areas of emphasis:
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  • Assist the University community in achieving compliance with applicable federal, state and local environmental, occupational safety and health and public health laws and regulations.
  • Provide professional consultation, educational programs and training to promote safe work practices, protect the environment, and achieve regulatory compliance.
  • Pursue close communication, trust and commitments with the University and regulatory agencies that will foster cooperation in achieving departmental goals and regulatory compliance.
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Safety Training

EH&S offers various safety courses available online using VectorSolutions (SafeColleges) and in-person trainings.

Safety Suggestions

Do you have a safety suggestion or concern?

Safety Data Sheets

A safety data sheet (SDS) is an important component of occupational safety and health, and spill-handling procedures.

Fact Sheets

EH&S Fact Sheets provide valuable information on a variety of topics, including lab safety, chemical and workplace safety.

Chemical Inventories

CampusOptics, a cross-functional EH&S platform designed specifically for institutions of higher education that supports safety compliance, chemical inventories, and compliance inspections.