Ohio State is in the process of revising websites and program materials to accurately reflect compliance with the law. While this work occurs, language referencing protected class status or other activities prohibited by Ohio Senate Bill 1 may still appear in some places. However, all programs and activities are being administered in compliance with federal and state law.

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  • Volunteers Needed Oct. 20 to Plant Trees and Shrubs

    October 12, 2018
    Volunteers are needed to plant trees and shrubs in Carmack Woods on west campus on Saturday, October 20 from 8:45 a.m. until noon. Facilities Operations and Development staff, including Environmental Health and Safety personnel, in partnership with Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW), need the help of volunteers to plant native plants in the area. These plantings will provide an impro...

  • 9/26 - Research Safety Outreach

    September 21, 2018
    Facilities Operations and Development’s Environmental Health and Safety team will host a research safety outreach event on Wednesday (9/26) from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the west side of the Biomedical Research Tower (BRT). Stop by to learn about research safety, check out the emergency response vehicle (ERV) and grab a bag of popcorn while talking to representatives....

  • Chemical Monitoring Services

    July 11, 2018
    Many employees on campus work with potentially hazardous chemicals. A common hazard associated with some chemicals is the potential for internal exposure, caused by inhaling the chemical’s vapors or fumes.Do you know if you are being over-exposed to the chemicals you work with?...

  • Safety Brief - Chemical Fume Hoods

    May 25, 2018
    A chemical fume hood is type of local ventilation device that is designed to limit exposure to hazardous or toxic fumes, vapors, or dusts. Many different types of fume hoods exist, but there are certain rules that should be followed for all types of chemical fume hoods.PDF file...

  • Safety Brief - Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) Act

    March 12, 2018
    The role and mission of the PERRP Act is to ensure public employees in Ohio have safe and healthy working conditions. The Act also requires public employers to display a “notice” to inform employees of their rights and responsibilities. In this edition of the Environmental Health and Safety brief, learn how to get a printed copy of the required poster.PDF file...

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