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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  • Legionella Information - Columbus

    October 6, 2017
    After receiving notification that a student living in Drackett Tower (Columbus campus) had been diagnosed with Legionella pneumonia, the university worked with the Wexner Medical Center, Columbus Public Health, Ohio Department of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and national Legionella consultant Tim Keane to test water in the residence hall. Results found:Drinking founta...

  • EHS Earns National Honor for Health and Safety Messaging

    August 17, 2017
    Environmental Health and Safety earned national recognition for its creative and comprehensive health and safety messaging to The Ohio State University community. EHS was awarded with the Campaign Award by the Campus Safety Health and Environmental Management Association (CSHEMA) on July 14. The Campaign Award is one of three marketing and communications honors given to academic institutions for ...

  • 2017 Solar Eclipse Safety

    August 16, 2017
    On Monday, August 21, the "Great American Total Solar Eclipse" will take place. The total eclipse is a very interesting event to watch, but unless proper eye protection is worn, serious damage to your eyes, including blindness, can occur. Read more....

  • Safety Brief - Step Up Your Safety

    June 7, 2017
    Work-related injuries happen every day. Help us to achieve a safer working environment by raising awareness for June’s National Safety Month. In this edition of the Environmental Health & Safety brief, learn steps to improve your safety. pdf file...

  • “Excellence in Safety” Award Winners - 2017

    May 10, 2017
    On May 9, the University Laboratory Safety Committee (ULSC) recognized the inaugural winners of the “Excellence in Safety” Award. The awards recognize a university faculty or staff member (Individual Award) and a laboratory research group (Group Award) who have made a considerable contribution to improving laboratory safety on the Ohio State campus. Such contributions can be defined as but are no...

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