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Ergonomics Month

This October, we're highlighting the importance of ergonomic health! Ergonomics is the applied science of designing workplaces and technology to fit the needs of the worker and improve efficiency. The goal of good ergonomic practices is to improve comfort, reduce injuries and maintain effectiveness in the workplace. Did you know that EHS will provide ergonomic training or workplace assessments by request? 

National School Bus Safety Week

October 20-24
It’s #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek! Did you know that school buses are actually one of the safest vehicles on the road? Passengers are most at risk when approaching or exiting a bus, so always be extra careful on campus and when driving past bus stops! Check out more information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration below. 

National Protect Your Hearing Month

New! Hearing Conservation Program
October is National Protect Your Hearing Month, and our department has launched a new page on our site dedicated to protecting the hearing of everyone on the OSU campus! Check it out below, and visit the NIOSH website on Noise and Hearing Loss for more information.

National Pedestrian Safety Month

Join us this October in recognizing National Pedestrian Safety Month. We're all pedestrians depending on the day and location, so it's important to keep in mind how to stay safe when walking or driving. In the links below, you'll find an article from the US Department of Transportation and some specific tips for drivers and pedestrians at OSU. 

Service. Quality. Knowledge.

 
The OSU Environmental Health and Safety Department consists of four teams - Environmental Compliance, Fire and Life Safety, Laboratory Safety, and Occupational and Construction Safety. Our primary goal is to promote health, safety, and environmental protection by providing exemplary programs and services in support of the university's mission.

Student Employee Feature

Matthew Germond

Matthew is a student employee for EHS, majoring in Chemical Engineering. He is a Freshman Research Scholar, CEAT Scholar, and an active member of the Honors College. If he could have any superpower, he would choose invisibility. A talented pianist and proud night owl, Matthew brings creativity and curiosity to everything he does. We’re so excited to have you on the team, Matthew!

Laboratory Manager Spotlight

Ryan Szirmay
Ryan Szirmay is the Laboratory Manager for OSU’s Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology program. With 18 years as a professional firefighter, he now leads CEAT’s Professional Development Program, combining hands on instruction with real world experience. Committed to OSU’s land grant mission, Ryan makes fire protection training accessible by connecting technical concepts to everyday situations. Thank you for all of your dedication and hard work!

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Monthly Training

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Respiratory Protection

Required annually for members who wear respiratory protection.

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Bloodborne Pathogen

Required annually for members under OSHA's standard.

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Employee Training

Topics include haz comm, fire safety, office safety, back safety, and slips, trips, and falls.

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Fire Safety Training

Includes hands-on fire extinguisher training using the Bullex simulator.

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Laboratory Safety and Hazardous Waste Training

Training for principal investigators and graduate assistants.

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Additional Training Opportunities

Keeping our campus safe and healthy is one of our top priorities.
Our education and training programs are valuable tools for spreading an awareness of safety, health responsibilities, and accident prevention.

OSHA 300A Logs

Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers with more than 10 employees to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses. The records must be maintained at the worksite for at least five years. 

New EPA Regulations on Methylene Chloride

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Fact Sheets and Safety Info

Timeline of Changes

  • Initial monitoring by 05/05/2025 with periodic monitoring depending on results 
  • Ensure new exposure limits are met by 08/2025 and provide PPE for affected employees
  • Development of an exposure control plan or Workplace Chemical Protection Program by 10/30/2025

Ensuring Compliance

Popular Resources

Accidents and Injuries

Accident and near-miss reporting and contacts for emergency safety concerns.

Chemical Disposal

Tips for storing and requesting the removal of chemical and material wastes.

Customer Satisfaction Survey

Tell us how we did and help us improve our services.

Important Contact Information

OSU Police Department address and a list of important phone numbers on and off campus.

Online Chemical Inventory

The entry point for the OSU online chemical inventory program.

Open Flame Safety

Open Burn Permits, Grill Permits, and hot work information.

Safety Documents

Fact Sheets

Access useful fact sheets and brief safety information. Topics include:

  • Accident Investigation
  • Ergonomics
  • Laboratory Safety
  • Slips, Trips, and Falls
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Manuals

Access safety information and guidance documents. Topics include:

  • Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
  • Chemical Hygiene Plan
  • Machine Guarding Checklist
  • Respiratory Protection Program Manual
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Reporting Safety ConcernsCall EHS with any concerns regarding the safety of campus personnel or facilities.

Such concerns could include unsafe work environments or classrooms, unsafe work practices, perceived poor indoor air quality, and more.


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