Environmental Health & Safety

Mission Statement

The mission of the SMSU Environmental Health and Safety is to promote a safe and healthful environment for the University by developing and implementing health, safety, and regulatory compliance programs and procedures, including hazardous waste management, inspections, training sessions, and emergency response actions.

Role at SMSU

Our environmental health and safety efforts provide a safe and healthful environment for the entire SMSU community, including visitors to the University. The office performs inspections, surveys, and monitoring to identify existing and potential hazards. Regulatory compliance and the reduction in the frequency and severity of hazards and accidents are achieved through the development and implementation of health and safety programs and procedures. The office conducts routine audits, follows up on recommendations, and monitors program requirements to measure compliance with government regulations and assess the effectiveness of established programs. The office provides training, information, and technical assistance concerning safety practices, procedures, and control techniques to all University departments. This office is the official point of contact for external regulatory agencies and for emergency response actions involving spills, fires, and unplanned releases of hazardous materials