Environmental Health and Safety
The office of Environmental Health and Safety develops and implements a
proactive safety program to ensure the university is in compliance with all
federal, state, and local laws and codes governing environmental safety.
It maintains, conducts, and coordinates campus-wide environmental safety
training programs for staff. The coordinator writes safety plans, procedures,
maintains safety testing equipment, and conducts environmental testing
on current and future university properties. The coordinator also provides
information on the storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
For emergencies please call the Communications Center 1911 or 910-672-1775.
You may also contact Cindy Wetherwax or Chris Avery directly at 910-6721827/1428 if you need to discuss the situation or prefer that it remain
confidential.
Workplace Safety
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Enforces safe working standards
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Conducts safety orientations for new employees
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Prepares written programs and conducts presentations on safety in
the work place
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Provides safety equipment recommendations to staff as needed and
requested
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Participates in the accident prevention program/plan
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Conducts ergonomic job safety assessments
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Reviews new construction and renovation plans for safety and
health concerns
Lab and Materials Safety
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Reviews laboratory safety plans
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Maintains campus materials safety data sheets
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Develops a safety program for hazardous materials
Americans with Disabilities Act
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Assist University Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance
officer as needed
Environmental Quality
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Inspects existing university structures and sites for environmental
quality and safety issues
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Coordinates and oversees the work of consultants hired to conduct
environmental audits
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Oversees campus-wide pest solutions
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Evaluates outdoor locations as designated by the university
smoking policy
Emergency Planning
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Serves as a member of the Campus Emergency Management and
Safety Committee
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Partners with Emergency Management and Public Safety in the
development of the campus emergency response plan
James Mercer, CEM, MEP, PCP
Emergency Management and Environmental Health and Safety Director
(910) 672-1456