Environmental health and safety
Campus Fire Safety Month / 1 - 30 September
National Farm Safety and Health Week 21 - 25 September
National Farm Health and Safety Week highlights the importance of protecting the health and well-being of those who work in agriculture. This week, we are focusing on key safety topics including herbicide safety, confined space awareness and mental health in agriculture. By increasing awareness and encouraging safe practices, we can help create safer farms and stronger agricultural communities.
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
Karyna Marquez
Karyna, is a student employee for EHS, Agricultural Communications and is involved in ACT Club and Chi Omega.
If she could have any superpower, she'd choose mind reading so she could always know what others are thinking.
As a night owl, Karyna enjoys spending time with friends and sharing her passion for agriculture by working with youth in the livestock industry.
We’re grateful to have you on the team and appreciate everything you do, Karyna!
Laboratory Manager Spotlight
Marie Montelongo
Marie Montelongo is the manager of the Veterinary Research Laboratory in OSU's Veterinary Pathobiology department, where she has supported research and student learning for 37 years. She works closely with faculty, students and researchers, helping wherever she's needed while supporting immunology and bacteriology/mycology research.
Marie is passionate about creating a culture of safety by making laboratory training approachable, encouraging questions and preparing students with safe practices they'll carry into their future careers. She values the partnership with EHS in keeping laboratories up to date with evolving safety standards and protocols.
Thank you, Marie, for your dedication to laboratory safety, student success and excellence in research at OSU!
Quarterly Newsletters Newsletter Archive
Monthly Training
Respiratory Protection
Register- Class will take place the first Tuesday of each month.
- Next opportunity: December 1, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Facilities Management North building, Room 101C
Bloodborne Pathogen
Register- Class will take place the second Tuesday of each month.
- Next opportunity: November 10, 9-9:45 a.m. or 2-2:45 p.m.
- EHS Conference Room, University Health Services 003
Employee Training
Register- Class will take place the third Thursday of each month.
- Includes back safety, Hazcom, slip/trip/fall safety, fire safety, and office safety.
- Next opportunity: November 19, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
- EHS Conference Room, University Health Services 003
Fire Safety Training
Register- Class will take place the second Friday of each month.
- Next opportunity: November 13, 9-10 a.m.
- EHS Conference Room, University Health Services 003
Laboratory Safety and Hazardous Waste Training
Register- Class will take place the fourth Tuesday of each month.
- Next opportunity: November 24, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
- EHS Conference Room, University Health Services 003
Additional Training Opportunities
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.
Forms and Permits
New Forms
Our department is moving to a new system for submitting permits! CampusOptics is a platform specifically designed to assist with environmental, health, and safety-related program implementation and monitoring on college campuses. Login to your OSU CampusOptics account here!
We hope this new system will streamline our processes, but in the meantime, please contact us with any questions or issues.
Safety Documents
Fact Sheets
Access useful fact sheets and brief safety information. Topics include:
- Accident Investigation
- Ergonomics
- Laboratory Safety
- Slips, Trips, and Falls
Manuals
Access safety information and guidance documents. Topics include:
- Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
- Chemical Hygiene Plan
- Machine Guarding Checklist
- Respiratory Protection Program Manual
Reporting Safety Concerns Call 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.