Welcome to the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Office at Colgate University. The EHS Office was originally formed as the Chemical Management Office in January of 1993. The office was created to help the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division safely handle and dispose of chemicals to include regulated medical waste and radioactive materials. The responsibilities of the office have grown over the past few years to include those listed below.

The name of the Chemical Management Office was changed to the Environmental Health and Safety Office on July 1, 1997. The new name more accurately reflects the broad range of programs that the EHS Officer is involved in. What does the Environmental Health and Safety Office do, you ask? Below is a list of administered programs. If you have an environmental, health or safety concern, or if you want or need information or training in a particular area, please don't hesitate to contact Jennifer A. Martin or a member of one of our safety committees.

 

Mission:

The goal of the Environmental Health and Safety Office is to provide a safe and healthy work environment for Natural Sciences Division employees, students, and visitors. This is accomplished through policies, programs, training, and information. The university also has a responsibility to keep abreast of local, state, and federal regulations in an effort to assure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Location:

SB-4 McGregory Hall
Hamilton, NY 13346

Programs:

Chemical Hygiene Program (Laboratory Safety)
Chemical Management and Safety
Hazard Communication (Right to Know) Program
Hazardous and Biological Waste Disposal
Hazardous Materials Emergency planning and reporting
Health and Safety Issues
Radiation Safety and Radioactive Waste Disposal
Respiratory Protection Program
Resource Library

Contact:

 Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Window hours for the Chemical Stockroom: 9 to 10 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at SB-3 McGregory (off Olin-Wynn tunnel)

Phone: 315-228-7994
Fax: 315-228-7831

After Hours Emergencies: Call Campus Safety, DIAL 911
Related Programs Point of Contact
Bloodborne Pathogens Dr. Merrill Miller, Student Health Director
Construction/Contractor Safety Joe Bello, Buildings and Grounds
Ergonomics Amy Ryan, Human Resources
Fire Prevention and Safety John Basher, Campus Safety
Injury and Illness Reporting Amy Ryan, Human Resources
Physical Plant Safety Issues Bill Karn, Buildings and Grounds
Radiation Safety Dr. Jun Yoshino, Radiation Safety Officer
Risk Management Brenda Dutcher, Treasurer's Office